Facilities Assistant - Full-time Applying for this Opportunity

Leigh Academies Trust; Sheerness; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Sheerness is seeking a dependable individual for a full-time role. The position offers a competitive salary of £25,136 per year alongside benefits such as 25 days annual leave, a generous pension scheme, and opportunities for professional development. Ideal candidates will possess good DIY and IT skills, and be committed to fostering a safe and supportive learning environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary with progression opportunities

Local Government Pension Scheme

24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service

Collaborative MAT network

25 days annual leave, increasing based on service

Mileage allowance for travel

Paid overtime

Free, on-site parking

Dedicated site office

Qualifications

• Applicants should have some knowledge of Health & Safety.
• Understanding of safeguarding is needed.

Responsibilities

• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Participate in training and development opportunities.

Skills

Trustworthy

Reliable

Hardworking

Physically fit

Conscientious

Teamwork

DIY skills

Basic IT skills

Job description

Overview

We are privileged to welcome you to Leigh Academy Minster, an institution where innovation and excellence will combine with respect and integrity to ensure all young people who study with us go on to lead happy, successful lives. We are a brand-new mixed secondary academy set up to provide an excellent, well-rounded education for children in our fantastic community.

Located in the vibrant town of Minster, our academy serves as a hub of learning, creativity, and community engagement. With state-of-the-art facilities, dedicated staff, and a commitment to excellence in all that we do, Leigh Academy Minster is not just a place of learning but a home where aspirations are nurtured, achievements celebrated, and dreams realised.

We are strong believers that education has the ability to change lives, and our academy will give students the opportunity to develop themselves both academically and personally through the integration of both traditional and digital approaches to learning. A student\'s ownership and responsibility of their own learning is key to this, and we am committed to providing our young people with the tools, opportunities and support to develop all aspects of their academic and personal lives in partnership with their families.

Our mission: Leigh Academy Minster\'s students will be the embodiment of \'The Minster Way\' through a zero-tolerance approach to bullying and negative behaviours, ensuring a calm, purposeful learning environment that provides exceptional personal development opportunities. The academy will provide all students with a high-quality academic education through the internationally recognised International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum in Key Stage 3, as well as national academic and vocational qualifications in Key Stages 4 and 5. Students will receive excellent pastoral care through Leigh Academies Trust\'s highly effective small school model, with a dedicated team of leaders and specialists supporting all aspects of a child\'s education at the academy. As part of the Leigh Academies Trust, we benefit from a network of support and expertise, enabling us to stay at the forefront of educational innovation and best practice. Together, we work collaboratively to create a positive and inclusive school culture where every member of our community feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.

Expert teachers will educate students across our subject-based curriculum from year 7 onwards in a high-quality classroom environment. Lessons will be grounded in the principles of highly effective teaching, informed by cutting-edge pedagogical research, ensuring students receive consistent and adaptable teaching to facilitate rapid academic progress.

At the heart of our ethos is a belief in the power of education to transform lives and unlock opportunities. Through a diverse and engaging curriculum, enriched with extracurricular activities and real-world experiences, we strive to ignite curiosity, foster creativity, and instill a lifelong love of learning in our students.

\'Join us on our journey of excellence, where every day brings new opportunities to learn, grow, and make a difference. Together, let\'s inspire greatness and shape the future.\' — Mathieu Stevens, Principal

Responsibilities / Requirements

Applicants need to be trustworthy, reliable, hardworking, physically fit, conscientious and be able to work independently as well as part of a team. Ideally, you will have good DIY skills, some knowledge of Health & Safety, basic IT skills and an understanding of safeguarding. We offer fantastic CPD opportunities as an academy and as a wider multi-academy trust so can provide support if there are any areas that you may need to be upskilled or trained.

Benefits & Contract

• Competitive salary with progression opportunities + Local Government Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additional LAT benefits.
• 25 days annual leave per annum + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days + bank holidays based on 5 years\' service
• You\'ll be part of a friendly and supportive team
• A flexible and proactive ethos
• Training and qualifications supported / encouraged
• Mileage allowance for travel between sites
• Paid overtime
• Generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme)
• Free, on-site parking at every site
• Dedicated site office

This is a permanent role and our ideal candidate will be able to work full-time, Monday to Friday. The salary offered is £25,136 per annum + 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.