Estates Technician
Estates - Hartlepool
Location:
Sunderland
Salary:
£24,309 per annum
Post Type:
Full Time
Contract Type:
Permanent
Closing Date:
23.59 hours BST on Thursday 11 September 2025
Reference:
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About EPNE
About Education Partnership North East (EPNE)
At EPNE our 'purpose' is our north star. It is what we expect of ourselves every single day and why we ask all staff to keep our purpose front and centre in all that they do.
Our Purpose is to
"unlock potential, create opportunities, and transform lives through outstanding education, skills and training".
Rooted in our transformative power, it communicates our work in tackling inequalities, removing barriers, and improving the life chances of the people and communities we serve.
We nurture our very special culture. Our unifying values framework
"The actions we take the choices we make - The actions I take the choices I make"
represent the character of our college group, and are grounded in the belief that every action, by every individual, contributes to our success. This why we encourage empowered individuals, personal accountability and growth.
Building on our remarkable past, creativity and pioneering spirit, we are moving forward with courage into the future, improving what we do, remaining action-orientated, and innovating to make an exceptional difference for the world we live in.
Shaping futures for a better tomorrow,
join our
changemaking
community now.
Please see the following link to our 2024 Ofsted Report, in which EPNE was graded as being Outstanding across all areas -
Ofsted-Report-Outstanding
Our Journey & Values
As an employer, we prioritize cultivating a supportive and inclusive workplace culture, where our staff can thrive and grow. We recognize that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are deeply committed to investing in their professional development and overall wellbeing.
About The Candidate
At EPNE, we're passionate about transforming lives through education, and we're looking for Estates Technicians to join our team to support the outstanding opportunities we provide to our students.
About The Role
We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and competent individual to work as part of a busy Estates team who are responsible for operating a number of campuses across the North East Region. This role will be primarily based at out Hartlepool Sixth Form Campus, but may involve work at any of the Sunderland Campuses
Role Responsibilities
* Opening and securing sites
* Carrying out basic repairs
* Completion of planned preventative maintenance schedules
* Setting up furniture as and when required
* Removal of litter and waste daily
* Supervision of contractors and visitors
Qualifications
* A valid driving licence
Essential Skills & Experience
* Use of hand tools
* Manual handling
* Record keeping
Desirable Skills & Experience – (Optional)
* Working at height
* First aid at work
* Basic experience of trade work (plumbing/joinery/painting/electrical isolation)
What's in it for you?
Join EPNE and you'll be part of a culture that prioritizes your development and wellbeing, which is why all employees receive an extensive benefits package.
* Enjoy a generous holiday allowance days per year, plus public holidays).
* Generous family leave and flexible working options (dependent on role)
* LGPS or Teacher Pensions Scheme, (dependent on role 15.7% %)
* Access to myLifestyle benefits platform providing retail discounts and more.
* We offer dental, eye care & health cash plans.
* Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of support for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
* Free parking on most campuses.
* Free Gym access available at Bede Campus
Due to the nature of this post, you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Check.
We believe in equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
We are committed to PREVENT and safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.
Please contact ) should you wish to have an informal chat about the role.
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