Estates and Facilities Officer (EL113)

TN United Kingdom; Crewe; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking an Estates and Facilities Officer to support the maintenance and repair of its premises. This role involves ensuring the safety and functionality of college facilities while promoting a positive environment for students and staff. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of health and safety guidelines and will be committed to equality and diversity. With access to world-class facilities and opportunities for professional development, this position offers a rewarding career in a vibrant educational setting.

Benefits

Access to world-class facilities

Opportunities for online courses

Financial support for teacher qualifications

Onsite fitness and childcare facilities

Free onsite parking

Employee benefit platform

Social platform for staff

Safeguarding and Prevent training

Qualifications

• Experience in a maintenance role or construction trade.
• Willingness to undertake First Aid training.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repairs of college premises.
• Report minor defects for timely resolution.
• Follow Health and Safety guidelines in all duties.

Skills

General maintenance

Repair skills

Health and Safety knowledge

Customer service principles

Understanding of equality and diversity

Education

GCSE Grade C in English

GCSE Grade C in Maths

First Aid at Work Certificate

Job description

Estates and Facilities Officer (EL113), Crewe

Client: Cheshire College - South & West

Location: Crewe, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 7e8728c82eda

Job Views: 3

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertaking general maintenance and repair of College premises and grounds
• Identification/reporting of minor defects to be resolved in accordance with the Estates and Facilities team’s maintenance and repair programme
• Providing a responsive service to support the College’s needs in relation to its premises and grounds
• Follow Health and Safety guidelines whilst carrying out all duties
• Promote the welfare of children and young people

Key Person Specification Requirements:

• GCSE Grade C (4/5) or above in English and Maths (or equivalent)
• First Aid at Work Certificate (or willingness to undertake)
• Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion in work and the learning environment
• Work experience in a maintenance role or within the construction trade
• Enhanced DBS check

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached for further details.

If interested, apply by sending a completed application form by 09:00 on 21 May 2025. Interviews will be held in June 2025.

Note: CVs through agencies are not accepted.

Additional Benefits

• Access to world-class facilities
• Opportunities for online courses and career development
• Equality and Diversity initiatives
• Information, Advice and Guidance
• Safeguarding and Prevent training
• Customer Service principles
• Financial support for teacher qualifications
• Upskilling and professional development
• College ‘Count Me In’ social platform
• Onsite fitness and childcare facilities
• Employee benefit platform
• Onsite amenities: Costa, café, shop, restaurants, hair and beauty salon
• Free onsite parking

For discussions prior to application, contact via email to arrange a conversation with the relevant department.

About Us

Cheshire College – South & West is the largest provider of post-16 education in the region, offering opportunities to over 11,000 learners and 1,000 Apprentices. The college boasts modern campuses with significant investment in facilities and technology, including a £30m capital investment program.

The college maintains strong links with local employers such as Bentley Motors, Vauxhall Motors, SP Energy Networks, Ecolab, and Unilever, providing work placements and industry engagement to ensure curriculum relevance and student success.

Our Chester Campus features modern classrooms, art and design workshops, science labs, a motor vehicle workshop, and access to industry-standard equipment and software. Cheshire College is committed to equal opportunities, safeguarding, and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will undergo DBS checks and provide necessary documentation.