Thistley Hough Academy – Facilities Assistant
Job Title: Facilities Assistant
Location: Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire
Salary: Grade 5, Point 6, £25,183
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: 37 hours, full year
Working Pattern: Full time
Application Closing Date: 10th August 2025
Interview Date: Week commencing 18th August 2025
About You
We are seeking a dedicated and proactive individual to help create a safe, clean, and inspiring environment for our students and staff. As a Facilities Assistant at Thistley Hough Academy, you will play a vital role in supporting student achievement by maintaining a positive and well-kept learning space. This role is perfect for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys practical tasks, and values being part of a team that directly contributes to the success and safety of the school community. If you're reliable, flexible, and ready to make a real difference behind the scenes, we’d love to hear from you.
Our Ideal Candidate Will Have
* A Maintenance Background Level 2 or above
* Awareness of COSHH regulations
* Previous maintenance experience
* Good organisational skills
* Awareness and understanding of working in a school environment
About The Team
The facilities team play a crucial role in maintaining a safe, clean, and conducive learning environment. They manage everything from building maintenance and security to ensuring that classrooms and common areas are well-equipped and functional. By coordinating with other schools in the trust, they can share resources and best practices, enhancing the overall efficiency and quality of the facilities. Their efforts ensure that students and staff have a comfortable and supportive environment, allowing them to focus on education and personal development.
About Our School
Interested in what sets Thistley Hough Academy apart? We invite you to learn more about our ethos and experience the spirit of our community by visiting our website.
Discover More About Our Trust
We encourage you to learn more about our trust's culture, the continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities we offer, and the benefits available to our colleagues. Visit our Trust website to explore these aspects in detail and see how we support our staff in their professional journey.
Ready to Join Us?
Submit your application directly through our website. We warmly welcome visits to our school, and if you'd like to arrange a visit or confidential conversation with the Line Manager, our friendly HR/Recruitment team is here to help. Reach out to our HR Officer at melissa.booth@thistleyhoughacademy.org.uk, who will be delighted to assist you.
Essential Information
Creative Education Trust (CET) is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people by keeping them safe, we expect all our colleagues to share in this responsibility.
All shortlisted candidates are subject to online checks prior to interview.
The CET Recruitment Policy follows the guidance set out by Keeping Children Safe in Education, where all offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, References and where appropriate a Prohibition from teaching search.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
CET is committed to developing, maintaining, and supporting an inclusive culture and environment for the benefit of its employees and the communities it serves. #J-18808-Ljbffr