Facilities Maintenance Technician (Future Schools Trust)
Location: Maidstone, Kent, UK
Education Phase: Through School
Working Pattern: Full-Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Application Deadline: Thursday, 17th July 2025
Interview Date: TBC - interviews being held upon receipt of application
About us
Welcome to Future Schools Trust. Our Trust comprises two secondary schools, one primary school, and one nursery in the Maidstone and Malling area of Kent. Established as a Multi Academy Trust (MAT) in September 2007, we support our schools with core functions such as Finance, HR, Facilities, IT, Marketing, and Governance.
We foster a strong, inclusive ethos aligned with our vision. Staff and students share values of pride, respect, and collaboration, celebrating each school's unique identity.
We are committed to building a diverse workplace reflecting our community. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed, including those who are differently abled, neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic communities, and from various religious or belief backgrounds. We support reasonable adjustments during recruitment.
What's in it for you?
* A vibrant and exciting place to work
* Excellent CPD opportunities, including action research and nationally accredited qualifications
* Support from a Trust encompassing two Secondary Schools, one Primary School, and Tiger Cubs Day Nursery, offering benefits to education staff
* A well-resourced department with schemes of work and resources
* Opportunities to join schemes like the Benenden healthcare scheme
We seek a Facilities Maintenance Technician to support the Facilities Manager at Cornwallis Academy, New Line Learning Academy, and Tiger Primary School. Responsibilities include maintenance, cleanliness, and security of the buildings and grounds.
Our core operations run Monday to Friday, 6 am to 10 pm, with additional lettings at weekends. We offer flexibility for full-time, part-time, casual, or occasional work, tailored to your availability.
Key responsibilities include:
* Regular maintenance to ensure the site remains clean and accessible
* Unlocking premises before the school day and securing them afterward
* Performing day-to-day repairs and maintenance
* Participating in the alarm callout rota, requiring access to a vehicle if essential
* Assisting with events and general school operations
* Coordinating external contractors for maintenance tasks beyond in-house capabilities
You should be proactive, responsible, and committed to ensuring smooth school operations. Excellent customer service, health and safety awareness, and basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical systems, and DIY are desirable qualities.
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