Apprentice - Premises

E-ACT UK; Bristol; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

E-ACT UK is seeking passionate Site Apprentices to join its national team. You will learn to provide essential services across Academy sites including maintenance, security, and safety compliance. This apprentice role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop skills in a supportive educational environment, contributing to nurturing young minds and fostering a people-first culture.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to Work scheme

Generous Pension plan

Qualifications

• Desirable: Relevant maintenance/trade qualification or willingness to work towards.
• Essential: Experience of working in a team.
• Desirable: Knowledge of health and safety regulations within a school environment.

Responsibilities

• Undertake testing of fire alarms and emergency lights.
• Ensure Health and Safety compliance across premises.
• Maintain security and key holding duties.

Skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to work effectively in a team

Ability to act on own initiative

Education

5 GCSEs including Maths and English (grade 4-9) or equivalent

Job description

Closing Date:06/08/2025 09:00 Interview Date: 20/08/2025 Start Date: 06/10/2025

Additional Information

Establishment: National Team Location: Daventry Salary: £12,347.47 Department: Facilities Job Type: Full Time Closing Date:06/08/2025 09:00 Interview Date: 20/08/2025 Start Date: 06/10/2025

Additional Information

Contract Type: Apprentice Contract Term: AYR - All year round Hours per Week: 37.00 Weeks per Year: 52.143 Pay Grade: Apprentice rate Number of Vacancies: 2

The Role

Job Title: Site Apprentice

Want to make a difference to young people?

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey within an educational community that values diversity, encourages collaboration, and celebrates excellence? We are looking to appoint 2 passionate and dedicated Site Apprentices join our trust, to learn how to provide a service to Academy sites consisting of premises security, lighting, heating, cleaning, general maintenance, operation of plant, porter and handy person duties.

Key responsibilities:

Reporting to the Estates Business Partner, this post holder will learn about and be trained to:

• Undertake regular routine testing of fire alarms, emergency lights and firefighting equipment
• Complete statutory and routine testing as and when required to manufacturers’ standards ensuring record keeping is up to date using appropriate computer software, including heating, fire alarms and extinguishers, emergency lighting, and legionella for example.
• Ensure Health and Safety compliance with regard to all regulations, policies and codes of practice.
• Maintain a high level of security across academy premises including dealing with alarm systems and liaising with security services
• Undertake key holding duties for locking and unlocking of premises

Pay range: Apprentice rate year 1: £6.40 per hour = £12,347.47

1 based at Daventry

1 based at Ousedale Newport Pagnall

Qualifications and Skills:

• Relevant maintenance/trade qualification or willingness to work towards
• Ability to work effectively and supportively as a member of the regional and Academy teams
• Ability to act on own initiative dealing with any unexpected problems that may arise

What are we about?

Outstanding Teaching and Learning: We strongly believe that outstanding teaching and learning are the keys to unlocking exceptional outcomes for our children. You will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality education that nurtures the minds of our students.

Advocacy and inclusion: At our academy, every child matters, regardless of their background. Your role will involve providing each child with a fantastic, inspiring, and inclusive education that recognises and celebrates their individuality.

People-First Culture: We proudly celebrate the diversity of our academy and our community. Join us in co-constructing the essence of an extraordinary workplace and learning environment where both staff and students feel valued and included.

Collaborative Excellence: Our exceptional staff collaborate across our 38 academies to share ideas and problem solve. You will have the opportunity to share your skills, hear from experts and work with staff across the country to develop your practice.

About E-ACT:

Join a trust that is going places!

Having recently won MAT of the Year 2023 at both the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, this is a very exciting time to join us! Why do we feel we have been recognised as a strong MAT? It is down to our dedicated, talented staff that are committed in delivering nothing but excellence for all of our children and young people.

We all pride ourselves in fostering a people-first culture, which extends to all our pupils, staff, and stakeholders. We are proud to lead a community of 38 academies, educating of over 25,000 pupils across our five core hubs. Our staff satisfaction is above national benchmarks and we run a range of projects and programmes to address key topics such as workload and wellbeing.

Our Opening Minds, Opening Doors strategy is at the forefront of everything we do, we don’t just prepare our pupils for the world; we equip them to thrive and succeed within it. Through our collaborative approach to education, we aim to open doors to a world of opportunities, where every child can pursue their dreams.

Collaborative Working: Thrive in an environment that values teamwork and collaboration, fostering a culture of shared knowledge and collective success.

Support System of 38 Academies : Be part of a network of 38 academies, providing a dedicated support system and opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to confidential counselling services, providing emotional support and guidance when needed.

Cycle to Work: Enjoy a healthy commute with our cycle-to-work programme, making bicycles more affordable.

Generous Pension : Secure your future with a robust pension plan, ensuring financial well-being during retirement.

How to apply:

Simply click on the link above to apply.

Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing and returning our application and equal opportunities form.

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Qualifications

Qualification Title

Grade

5 GCSEs including Maths and English (grade 4-9) or equivalent Desirable

Skills

Experience

Experience of a range of caretaking and cleaning duties Desirable

Experience of working in a team Essential

Ability to act on own initiative dealing with any unexpected problems that may arise Essential

Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders using a variety of media Desirable

Ability to work effectively and supportively as a member of the regional and Academy teams Desirable

Good time management skills and ability to meet deadlines Desirable

Experience/Knowledge

Knowledge of COSHH regulations Desirable

Knowledge of health and safety regulations within a school environment Desirable

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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