Facilities Assistant

Kempston Academy; Bedford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive induction programme

CPD and development opportunities

Refer a friend scheme

Generous pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Employee of the month scheme

Diverse workplace

Job summary

Kempston Academy in Bedford is seeking a dedicated Facilities Assistant to support the Facilities Manager in maintaining the school’s buildings and grounds, and to carry out repairs as required.

Hours are 37 per week, 52 weeks per year, with pay on the Level 3 scale (points 6–8). The appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references, with full training provided.

Applications close on 30 September 2026. CVs are not accepted.

Qualifications

• Experience in general maintenance of school facilities
• Ability to perform electrical, plumbing and carpentry repairs
• Reliable safeguarding practices and ability to work as a key holder

Responsibilities

• Assist the Facilities Manager in maintaining the school’s buildings and grounds
• Carry out electrical, plumbing, carpentry and other general repairs as required
• Support site security procedures including alarm systems and locking/unlocking premises
• Participate in DBS checking process and references as part of safeguarding requirements

Job description

Facilities Assistant

Location: Kempston Academy, Bedford

Contract: Permanent

Hours of Work: 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Salary: Level 3 Point 6-8

Closing Date: Wednesday 30th September 2026 at 9am

We are looking to appoint a passionate and skilled Facilities Assistant to directly support and assist the Facilities Manager in all areas of the general maintenance, care and upkeep of the school’s buildings, grounds and facilities. You will also need to be able to carry out electrical, plumbing, carpentry and other general repairs around the school site as required.

The role will involve the opening and closing of Trust premises and main site security procedures including alarm systems and ensuring all doors & windows are secured and all lights & heaters are switched off and act as a designated key holder for the school as directed.

If you have an unwavering commitment to safeguarding young people, high levels of personal resilience and thrive in an environment where no two days are the same, then we want to hear from you.

Full training, support and induction will be provided.

In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, this appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

We are unable to accept CVs

We thank you for your interest in this role.

For further information, please contact Lidia Bhogal, HR Lead - [e-mail]

We offer a range of employee benefits:

• A comprehensive induction programme and a supportive working environment including access to Teaching School Hubs and Initial Teacher Training
• Exceptional CPD and development/promotional opportunities
• Refer a friend scheme
• Generous pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Employee of the month scheme
• Diverse workplace

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 30th September 2026 at 9am.

Interviews will take place shortly after the closing date

Visit our website: www.kempstonacademy.co.uk

Follow us on Twitter: @KAKempston