Education Facilities Technician - Stratford

Marchant Recruitment; London Borough of Newham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a skilled School Maintenance Technician to support a Stratford, East London school. The role focuses on routine upkeep, minor repairs and safety-driven maintenance within educational buildings and grounds.

You will work with the premises team to ensure classrooms, corridors and communal spaces remain safe, functional and well maintained throughout the academic year, applying practical technical skills in a school setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance, property repairs, facilities support or a similar technical role.
• Practical knowledge of general building maintenance.
• Confidence using hand tools and appropriate maintenance equipment.
• Ability to identify faults and determine when specialist assistance is needed.
• Good understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintenance schedules.
• Strong problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Clear communication skills and a professional attitude.
• Willingness to complete safeguarding/background checks.
• The right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out routine building maintenance and minor repairs.
• Inspecting doors, windows, locks, fixtures and fittings.
• Completing basic carpentry, painting and decorating tasks.
• Identifying defects and reporting maintenance requirements.
• Supporting preventative maintenance activities.
• Checking equipment and facilities for visible damage or faults.
• Maintaining safe and tidy work areas.
• Assisting with assembly, movement and installation of furniture.
• Responding to maintenance requests from school staff.
• Supporting the preparation of classrooms and communal spaces.
• Monitoring maintenance supplies and reporting stock requirements.
• Liaising with contractors when specialist repairs are needed.
• Following safe working practices when using tools and equipment.
• Reporting hazards and helping maintain compliance with site procedures.
• Supporting other premises duties when required.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Facilities support

Hand tools

Health and safety awareness

Following instructions

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Independent & collaborative work

Communication skills

Job description

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a skilled School Maintenance Technician to support a Stratford, East London school. The role focuses on routine upkeep, minor repairs and safety-driven maintenance within educational buildings and grounds.

You will work with the premises team to ensure classrooms, corridors and communal spaces remain safe, functional and well maintained throughout the academic year, applying practical technical skills in a school setting.