Facilities Assistant Apprentice at Sir John Soane’s Museum

Getting In Limited; London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Facilities Assistant Apprentice at a historic museum in London. This role offers hands-on experience in house management and facilities operations, working closely with various departments to ensure the smooth running of the museum. You'll engage in a variety of tasks, from assisting with health and safety checks to supporting the management in organizing training sessions. This apprenticeship is a stepping stone into a fulfilling career in Facilities Management or Museum Operations, providing a unique chance to learn in a vibrant cultural setting. If you're eager to contribute to preserving history while developing your skills, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and attention to detail are essential for this role.
• Physical fitness is required for health and safety checks.

Responsibilities

• Support the House and Facilities Manager in daily operations.
• Assist with health and safety checks and routine maintenance tasks.
• Help ensure safe access for disabled visitors.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Physical fitness

Job description

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Facilities Assistant Apprentice at Sir John Soane’s Museum

Apply From: 31/01/2025

Learning Provider

Delivered by THE WKCIC GROUP

Employer

SIR JOHN SOANE’S MUSEUM

Vacancy Description

This role aims to support the House and Facilities Manager in the day-to-day running of a historic building and in establishing accessible information and maintenance of records. The Facilities Apprentice will work closely with the House & Facilities Manager to achieve this and to review procedures, e.g. the way house keys are stored and distributed.

This will be a brilliant opportunity to gain an introduction to and experience in house management which can lead to careers in Facilities Management, Museum Operations, Historic House management and other relevant roles.

The apprentice will learn how different departments work in the museum, working closely with Conservation, Exhibitions and Visitor Services.

The apprentice will:

• Learn about the building, its services and operation
• Assist with regular roof and interior health and safety checks and fire safety equipment checks – the role does require an appropriate level of physical fitness
• Attend meetings with the museum’s architect, Conservation Dept. and maintenance contractor
• Accompany contractors/suppliers while they are on-site
• Respond to alarm activations with the Facilities Manager
• Help with routine maintenance such as changing light bulbs, watering plants, clearing drains
• Work with contracted cleaners and security guards
• Assist with deliveries in general and with the running of the museum’s off-site stores
• Support the House & Facilities Manager in organising and running H&S and fire safety training sessions
• Help ensure safe access for disabled visitors
• Assist in keeping all records up to date

Key Details

Vacancy Title

Facilities Assistant Apprentice at Sir John Soane’s Museum

Employer Description

Sir John Soane (1753-1837) was one of Britain’s most influential architects. Soane's house in Lincoln's Inn Fields has been a public museum since the early 19th century and it displays his collection of antiquities, furniture, sculptures, architectural models, paintings, as well as over 30,000 architectural drawings. In 1833 Soane negotiated an Act of Parliament to settle and preserve the house and collection for the benefit of ‘amateurs and students’ in architecture, painting and sculpture. The overarching aim of the Museum is to maintain the integrity of Soane’s vision by ensuring the Museum can play an increasing role in educational and recreational life in the UK and beyond through enabling the public to explore and engage with its collection, the built environment and the history of art.

Vacancy Location

Sir John Soane’s Museum, 13 Lincoln's Inn Fields London WC2A 3BP

Wage Frequency

Custom

Number of Vacancies

1

Vacancy Reference Number

1000298900

Key Dates

Apply From

31/01/2025

Closing Date For Applications

2025-02-21 23:59:59

Interview Begin From

Possible Start Date

2025-02-24 00:00:00

Training

Training to be Provided

Facilities services operative Level 2

Learning Provider

THE WKCIC GROUP

Skills Required

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Physical fitness

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