Estates & Facilities Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Corby; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established education provider is seeking an Estates & Facilities Assistant to support their mission of providing a safe and welcoming environment for students. This role involves a variety of responsibilities including maintenance, security, and health and safety testing. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, a commitment to teamwork, and the ability to work independently. With a focus on continuous improvement and inclusivity, this position offers an excellent opportunity for professional and personal development. Join a dynamic team dedicated to nurturing educational excellence and making a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

Peoples pension

Retail and Leisure Discounts

Professional development opportunities

Access to college courses

Qualifications

• Willingness to undertake relevant training.
• Experience working with diverse age groups.
• Ability to follow procedures and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide a full range of services to ensure facility support.
• Handle situations involving diverse age groups.
• Ensure health and safety testing and maintenance.

Skills

Health and Safety Knowledge

Public Interaction

Teamwork

Reliability and Punctuality

Driving License

Job description

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Salary/Benefits: From £25,235 per annum plus a £1,500 disturbance allowance - DOE and Qualifications, 27 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, Peoples pension, Retail and Leisure Discounts, excellent professional and personal development opportunities, accessing college courses.

Contract Type: Permanent – Full Time

About the role:

We are currently seeking an Estates & Facilities Assistant to join The Bedford College Group at Corby Sixth Form.

Post holders will provide a full range of services to ensure the facilities’ environment supports the aims and visions of the Bedford College Group, including security, portering, maintenance, ground maintenance, health and safety testing, driving, and cleaning.

About you:

Ideal candidates will have:

• Willingness to undertake relevant training.
• Basic health and safety knowledge.
• Experience working with the public and young people.
• Ability to handle situations involving diverse age groups.
• Knowledge of working within procedures and guidelines.
• Ability to work independently and support team members.
• Calmness in defusing difficult situations.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Reliability and punctuality.
• Valid full driving license and access to a vehicle.
• Availability to work at all College sites and provide weekend cover as needed.
• Availability for short-notice contact by telephone.

Successful candidates must demonstrate alignment with our VISION values:

• Valuing Teamwork: Working together respectfully to achieve great things.
• Improving Continuously: Striving to do better through innovation, sharing knowledge, and learning.
• Student Centred: Prioritizing students’ best interests in decision-making.
• Inclusive: Embracing diversity and learning from each other.
• Open and Caring: Supporting wellbeing, building trust, and engaging with our community.
• Nurturing Education Excellence: Delivering challenging and rewarding programmes for students’ ambitions.

About The Bedford College Group:

Formed in 2017 from the merger of Bedford College and Tresham College, it is the largest education provider in the South East Midlands, serving over 15,000 students annually. The Group includes colleges across Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire, a land-based college, two sixth forms, and community-based Learning Centres, offering diverse educational opportunities.

Safeguarding:

The Bedford College Group is committed to safeguarding children and young people. The successful candidate will undergo thorough vetting, including an enhanced DBS check and references. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Candidates barred from working with children are reminded that applying is a criminal offence.