Facilities Assistant

plumstead manor school; London; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Plumstead Manor School is seeking a Facilities Assistant to join their Premises Team. The role involves maintaining the premises, performing repairs, and ensuring a clean and safe environment. Ideal candidates will have groundskeeping experience and a technical qualification is desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience in groundskeeping and minor repairs is essential.
• Ability to follow procedures and take direction from senior staff.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining the grounds and performing minor repairs.
• Supervising external contractors.
• Acting as a key holder for building safety.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Minor repairs

Ability to follow procedures

Education

Technical or vocational qualification

Job description

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Pay Range

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Base Pay Range

• Job Title: Facilities Assistant
• Location: Plumstead, South East London
• Salary: £27,729 per annum - Salary Scale 2
• Job Type: Full Time - 35 hrs per week, all year round
• Closing Date: Wednesday 4th June at noon

About the School

Plumstead Manor is a thriving community school committed to providing a world-class education through our core values of pride, ambition, respect, and teamwork. We aim to help every young person reach their full potential during their seven-year journey with us.

About the Role

We are seeking a Facilities Assistant to join our Premises Team, under the Facilities Manager. The team provides high-quality services to maintain the premises and grounds, ensuring a clean, safe, and accessible environment for all users.

The responsibilities include maintaining the grounds, performing minor repairs and routine maintenance, supervising external contractors, and acting as a key holder to ensure the building's safety and security.

The school operates between 6.30am and 6pm. The role involves 8-hour shifts (including a one-hour lunch) on a two-week rotation, requiring flexibility.

Candidate Requirements

• A technical or vocational qualification is desirable.
• Experience in groundskeeping and minor repairs is essential.
• Ability to follow procedures and take direction from senior staff.

Additional Information

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff must share this commitment. References will be requested prior to interview, and the successful candidate will undergo a DBS check.

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Previous relevant job titles include Facilities Maintenance Assistant, School Caretaker, Groundskeeper, Facilities Management, Repairs Assistant, Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Coordinator, Maintenance Supervisor, and Estates Management.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Construction