Building Services Assistant/Facilities Assistant

Featherstone Primary School; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days' annual leave

8 bank holidays

Local Government Pension Scheme

Full training and CPD courses

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Featherstone Primary School is seeking a motivated Building Services Assistant to support the day-to-day maintenance, security and upkeep of the school site. The role operates on a variable shift pattern between 7.00am and 6.00pm, offering hands-on experience in facilities management.

You may come from a background as a handyman, caretaker or premises assistant, or you may be early in your career looking to develop practical skills.

Qualifications

• Be practical and enjoy hands-on work.
• Have basic DIY and repair skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop on the job.
• Reliable, hardworking and organised.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain security of the school premises, including keyholding, opening/closing and alarm operation.
• Maintain grounds and outdoor areas, including litter picking, gritting and snow clearance.
• Assist with set-up and clearing of classrooms, halls and outdoor spaces for events.
• Undertake manual handling and move equipment as required.
• Assist with deliveries and site stock management.
• Carry out basic repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Assist with painting, decorating and DIY projects.
• Conduct routine site inspections and health and safety checks.
• Assist contractors when required.

Skills

DIY / handyman skills

Hands-on approach

Reliability

Teamwork

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and reliable Building Services Assistant to support the day-to-day maintenance, security and upkeep of our school site. The role operates on a variable shift pattern, with working hours scheduled between 7.00am and 6.00pm.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain experience in facilities management, property maintenance or building services. The role would suit someone at the start of their career, looking for a career change, or seeking to develop existing DIY and maintenance skills in a practical, hands‑on environment. Applications are welcomed from individuals with experience as a handyman, caretaker, premises assistant, or from those with transferable skills and a willingness to learn.

About the Role

Working under the direction of the Site Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring our school buildings, grounds and facilities remain safe, secure, clean and welcoming for pupils, staff and visitors.

Duties will include:

• Helping maintain the security of the school premises, including keyholding duties, site opening and closing procedures, and alarm operation.
• Maintaining the school grounds and outdoor areas, including litter picking, gritting, snow clearance and other routine grounds maintenance tasks.
• Supporting the set‑up and clearing of classrooms, halls and outdoor spaces for school events.
• Undertaking manual handling duties and moving equipment as required.
• Assisting with the management of deliveries and site stock.
• Carrying out basic repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Assisting with painting, decorating and DIY projects.
• Conducting routine site inspections.
• Supporting health and safety checks.
• Assisting contractors when required.

What We're Looking For

You may already have experience of DIY, maintenance, construction, caretaking or property upkeep. However, we are equally keen to hear from applicants seeking an entry‑level opportunity who can demonstrate enthusiasm, reliability and a willingness to learn.

The successful candidate will:

• Be practical and enjoy hands‑on work.
• Have basic DIY and repair skills.
• Be keen to learn new skills and develop professionally.
• Be reliable, hardworking and organised.
• Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Take pride in maintaining high standards.
• Enjoy working both indoors and outdoors in a busy school environment alongside pupils, staff, visitors and contractors.
• Demonstrate a flexible approach to work and a positive, solution‑focused, can‑do attitude.

Why Join Us?

• A well‑maintained and well‑resourced school environment.
• 30 days' annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Full training and support, with access to a wide range of online CPD courses.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Opportunity to gain valuable maintenance and facilities management experience.
• Varied and rewarding work, with no two days the same.
• A friendly and supportive team environment.

Whether you are leaving education, looking for a career change or seeking your first step into building maintenance, we welcome applications from enthusiastic individuals with a practical mindset and a willingness to learn.

No formal qualifications in building maintenance are required. We value enthusiasm, reliability and a positive attitude just as much as experience.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

Visits prior to applying are recommended and warmly welcomed. To arrange, please email: [e-mail] indicating your availability to attend between the hours of 07:00 – 18:00.

Closing Date: 20th November 2026 Midnight

We will consider applications as they are received and may invite candidates to interview before the closing date. As such, this vacancy may close early if a suitable applicant is appointed or sufficient applications are received.

Applications must be the applicant’s own work and accurately reflect their skills, experience, and suitability for the role. While technology, including artificial intelligence (AI), may be used to assist with spelling, grammar, or wording, applications that are found to have been substantially generated or produced using AI may not be considered and could be disregarded as part of the selection process.

The role is subject to formal evaluation under Birmingham City Council Equal Pay Programme Evaluation Process.

Commitment to safeguarding

Featherstone Primary Schoolis committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo all relevant pre‑employment checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) with Children’s Barred List check, verification of qualifications (where applicable), Childcare Disqualification check (where applicable), medical fitness, identity, right to work, and the receipt of two satisfactory references. Applicants will be required to provide evidence of their name at birth by providing an original birth certificate. Evidence of any subsequent name changes will be required i.e. marriage certificate, change of name deed etc.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance, online searches will be undertaken as part of the school's due diligence process for all shortlisted candidates. Where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will also be carried out.

The post holder must be familiar with and adhere to the school's safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures. Applicants are strongly encouraged to read the school's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, which is available within this advertisement.