Facilities Assistant (Sutton Coldfield Hub)

Broadleaf Partnership Trust; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

29 days annual leave?

LGPS pension

Job summary

Broadleaf Partnership Trust is seeking a reliable Facilities Assistant to join our school team. You will help keep the site safe, welcoming and well-maintained, supporting maintenance, groundskeeping and event setup.

Shift patterns are 06:00-14:00 or 14:00-22:00, Monday to Friday with occasional weekend cover. You will work as part of a supportive facilities team dedicated to creating a safe environment for students, staff and visitors.

Qualifications

• Reliable, proactive and practical individual with a hands-on approach.
• Basic DIY skills and willingness to learn are essential.
• Commitment to maintaining high health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the general upkeep of school facilities, including basic maintenance tasks and minor repairs.
• Work alongside a dedicated team to help maintain high standards of health and safety across the school site.
• Assist with groundskeeping and outdoor maintenance to keep the school environment safe and welcoming.
• Support school events and room hires by helping with set-up, clear-away and ensuring areas are safe and secure.
• Be part of the wider facilities team to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the school.

Skills

Reliability

Teamwork

Health & safety

DIY basics

Groundskeeping

Tools

Basic maintenance tools

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for a reliable, proactive and practical Facilities Assistant to join our dedicated team.

You will play an important role in helping to keep our school safe, secure, welcoming and well-maintained. Working as part of the facilities team, you will support a variety of tasks across the school site, including general maintenance, groundskeeping, health and safety, and support for school events and hires.

What You'll Do

• Support the general upkeep of school facilities, including basic maintenance tasks and minor repairs.
• Work alongside a dedicated team to help maintain high standards of health and safety across the school site.
• Assist with groundskeeping and outdoor maintenance to ensure the school environment is safe, tidy and welcoming.
• Support school events and room hires by helping with set-up, clear-away and ensuring areas are safe and secure.
• Work as part of the wider facilities team to help ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the school.

Hours & Days of Work

We operate two rotating shift patterns:

• 06:00 - 14:00
• 14:00 - 22:00

You will work Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend work required to provide cover for weekend colleagues.

Why You Should Apply

• Develop valuable practical skills and gain hands-on experience within a school environment.
• Join a supportive team that values your contribution and encourages your development.
• 29 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Access to a generous Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Make a real difference by helping to create a safe, welcoming and well-maintained environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

Who We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who is:

• Reliable, proactive and hardworking, with a positive attitude.
• A team player who is happy to get involved and take a hands-on approach.
• Practical and confident carrying out a range of general tasks.
• Basic DIY or maintenance skills would be an advantage, but a positive attitude and willingness to learn are essential.
• Committed to maintaining high standards of health and safety.
• Flexible and willing to support the wider needs of the school and facilities team.

If you're reliable, practical and enjoy making a positive difference, we'd love to hear from you.