Facilities Assistant

Fostering Solutions; Highweek; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Flexible benefits

Discounts

Cycle to Work

Critical illness cover

Family leave benefits

Job summary

OFG Education is seeking a proactive Facilities Assistant at Fieldstone School, Devon. You’ll help maintain buildings, grounds, equipment and services to a high standard, supporting daily operations and long-term upkeep. The role covers two Fieldstone School sites and requires strong health and safety awareness and practical maintenance skills.

The position is permanent, 37.5 hours per week (Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm), starting December 2026. UK applicants only; sponsorship is not offered.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at level 4 or above.
• Experience in general maintenance, repairs or a relevant trade.
• Understands health and safety practices including COSHH.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance, repairs and refurbishment tasks across the site.
• Maintain buildings, grounds, equipment and plant to a high standard.
• Complete regular site inspections and support health and safety compliance, including fire safety checks.
• Assist with specialist maintenance work and liaise with contractors when required.
• Keep maintenance records up to date and ensure tools and equipment are used and stored safely.
• Support the wider facilities team, including participation in the on-call rota when required.

Skills

GCSE Maths & English

General maintenance

Health & safety

Independent & team work

Prioritisation & organisation

Communication

Driving licence

Education

GCSE Maths & English at level 4+

Job description

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Facilities Assistant

Fieldstone School (Newton Abbot)

• Newton Abbot
• Permanent

Salary: £25,837.50 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday

At OFG Education we give you time to enjoy those special moments and hobbies outside of work!

Job Title: Facilities Assistant
Location: Fieldstone School, Devon, TQ13 7EP
Salary: £25,837.50 per annum per annum
(not pro rata)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8am - 4pm
Contract: Permanent
Start: December 2026

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the Role

We're looking for a proactive and hands-on Facilities Assistant to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys solving problems, and wants to play a vital role in maintaining a safe, efficient, and well-presented environment.

As a Facilities Assistant, you'll help ensure our buildings, grounds, equipment, and services are maintained to a high standard, supporting both the day-to-day operation and long-term upkeep of our facilities. No two days are the same, and your work will have a direct impact on creating a safe and positive environment for everyone on site.

Working as part of the facilities team, you'll carry out a variety of planned and reactive maintenance tasks, helping to keep our buildings, grounds and equipment in excellent condition. You'll bring practical maintenance skills, a strong awareness of health and safety, and a flexible approach to supporting the needs of the site.

Whether it's carrying out repairs, supporting refurbishment projects, conducting safety checks, or liaising with contractors, you'll be a valued member of a team that takes real pride in the environment it provides.

Please note this is to cover both Fieldstone School sites: Fieldstone School, Ashburton, TQ13 7EP & Fieldstone School, Newton Abbot, TQ13 7EP

What You’ll Be Doing

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance, repairs and refurbishment tasks across the site.
• Maintain buildings, grounds, equipment and plant to a high standard.
• Complete regular site inspections and support health and safety compliance, including fire safety checks.
• Assist with specialist maintenance work and liaise with contractors when required.
• Keep maintenance records up to date and ensure tools and equipment are used and stored safely.
• Support the wider facilities team, including participation in the on-call rota when required.

What we are looking for

• GCSE Maths & English at level 4 or above
• Experience in general maintenance, repairs or a relevant trade.
• Understands health and safety practices, including COSHH regulations.
• Can work independently and as part of a team.
• Is organised, reliable and able to manage priorities effectively.
• Has good problem-solving, communication and basic IT skills.
• Holds a full UK driving licence.

About Us

At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are. Through high expectations, deep expertise and truly personalised education, we help students realise their potential and prepare for successful futures.

Building on more than 20 years of experience, we are bringing our approach to more students and communities around the world. Across the UK, Iberia and the Gulf, our schools combine the strength, expertise and high standards of an international education group with the individuality of each school and the communities they serve.

Whatever your role, joining OFG education means contributing to our shared ambition: empowering every student to success through truly personalised education.

About Our School

Fieldstone School is an independent day school supporting some of the most vulnerable young people in society aged 5-16 students who may struggle to access mainstream education for a variety of reasons. These can include behavioural, emotional, or educational challenges, difficulties associated with the autistic spectrum, sensory processing disorders, attachment difficulties, or experiences of trauma.

We are committed to ensuring that every student reaches their full potential academically and personally. As a day school, we provide an alternative to residential education, helping students develop independence, social skills, and resilience while remaining in their home environment.

Fieldstone School operates in line with Devon County Council's Section 175 safeguarding requirements, demonstrating our commitment to the safety and welfare of all students.

We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• Your Wellbeing Matters - mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
• Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
• Hundreds of UK and international discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

Wherever you work - whether in a city location or one of our more rural settings - you'll be part of one dynamic family, aiming high and dreaming big, and helping the people we work with achieve their own personal goals

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Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday

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