Facilities Assistant

High March School Limited; Beaconsfield; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer pension 5%

Shopping discount card

Personal accident cover at work

Means tested staff discount

Complimentary lunch

Fully funded apprenticeships

On site parking

Access to Swimming Pool

Job summary

High March School in Beaconsfield is seeking a Part Time Facilities Assistant/Pool Technician to support the Facilities Manager. The role covers building fabric repairs, basic DIY, gardening, swimming pool maintenance, and general maintenance tasks within the school estate.

The successful candidate will have good DIY skills, a proactive attitude, teamwork, and strong communication abilities, plus a full driving licence. Hours are up to 26.5 per week, with events outside core hours as required.

Qualifications

• Good DIY skills and practicality.
• Positive attitude and teamwork.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Physically fit for lifting and porterage.
• Full, clean driving licence; willingness to train for D1 minibus entitlement.

Responsibilities

• Set an example of high expectations in line with the School’s aims and ethos.
• Maintain enthusiasm and promote morale and the school's reputation.
• Be vigilant for the welfare of the children at all times.
• Reports to: Facilities Manager and School Business Manager.
• Assist with maintenance of the swimming pool and general estate duties.

Skills

DIY skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Full driving licence

Tools

D1 entitlement training

Job description

# Facilities AssistantEmployer: High March SchoolLocation: Beaconsfield, BuckinghamshireContract Type: PermanentHours: Part TimeSalary: Up to £18,280 paPosted: 8th October 2026Expires: 2nd November 2026 11:59 AMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1578634* Share :* PrintWe are looking for a reliable and hardworking Facilities Assistant/Pool Technician to provide support to the Facilities Manager.This is a “hands-on” role and duties will include routine repairs and maintenance of the building fabric, general DIY and estate duties, seasonal gardening services and general support to the Maintenance Team as well as some maintenance of the swimming pool.Applicants must have good DIY skills, initiative and practicality, a positive approach to teamwork, good written and verbal communication skills and physical fitness, as some lifting and porterage is required.A full, clean driver’s licence is required and if currently without full D1 minibus entitlement, a willingness to undertake the necessary training is expected.**Key Responsibilities:*** Set an example of high expectations in line with the School’s aims and ethos* Maintain a lively enthusiasm for the role, help promote high morale and the good name and reputation of the school* Be vigilant at all times for the general welfare of the children* Reports to: Facilities Manager and School Business Manager**Hours, Salary & Benefits:**Hours: Part time, permanent role. Mon, Tues, Weds. Up to 26.5 hours per week. Year round position.The post holder is to be available outside of the core working hours, for School events as and when required, and must liaise with the School Business Manager to ensure that there is always a member of the Facilities Team on site during holiday and half- term periods.Salary: Up to £18,280 pa/£13.25 per hour Dependent on qualifications and experience, and is calculated to include the events that take place outside of the core working hours.Benefits:* Employer pension 5%* Shopping discount card* Personal accident cover at work* Means tested staff discount* Complimentary lunch* Access to the group's counselling scheme* Access to fully funded apprenticeships* On site parking where possible* Access to the Swimming Pool, out of school hoursTo read the full job description, person specification please see the attached candidate pack.### AttachmentsFacilities AssistantPool Technician- High March\\_compressed (1)### Safeguarding Statement:Wishford Education is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to religion, sex, age, disability, nationality or any other protected characteristics of the Equality Act 2010.Wishford Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. This will include checks with past employers, references, online searches, medical checks, and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.