Facilities Maintenance Operative

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Glastonbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Glastonbury is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Operative to assist in maintenance and safety duties around the school. The ideal candidate will undertake various handyperson tasks, manage cleaning materials, and ensure safe access for users, especially during severe weather. The role offers a competitive salary, 26 days of annual leave rising to 31 after 5 years, and access to various employee benefits, including a pension scheme and discounts for education professionals.

Benefits

26 days annual leave (31 after 5 years)

Access to government pension scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Employee assistance helpline

Qualifications

• Ability to undertake a range of handyperson duties and repairs.
• Experience in building maintenance.
• Familiarity with emergency cleaning protocols.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and security of users on school premises.
• Undertake remedial painting, decorating, and general repairs.
• Order and maintain cleaning supplies according to guidelines.

Job description

Role

Facilities Maintenance Operative

Location

St Dunstan’s School

Start Date

ASAP

Closing Date

16 January 2026

Interview Date

TBC

Hours

37 per week, Monday to Friday all year round. A flexible shift pattern will be worked.

Salary

Grade 3 scale point range (5 to 7), actual annual salary range £25,583 to £26,403.

Job Purpose

To assist the Site Manager/Operations Manager/Headteacher/Trust Estates Manager.

Responsibilities

• To undertake a range of duties with regard to the building environment of the Midsomer Norton School Partnership, ensuring the safety and security of users.
• To escort contractors and others to site of repair and maintenance.
• To undertake a reasonable range of handyperson duties and repairs as mutually agreed with the Site Manager/Operations Manager/Headteacher/Trust Estates Manager.
• To undertake remedial painting, decorating, general building repairs and light bulb renewal.
• To undertake repairs fixings and small scale improvements.
• To carry out emergency internal cleaning (soiling of toilets, sickness etc.) as determined by the School.
• To ensure that designated areas are cleaned in accordance with school guidelines and to maintain an adequate supply of cleaning materials, ordering appropriate stores and materials.
• To remove litter and graffiti from paths and hard surfaces.
• To help keep drains free of obstruction.
• To ensure pedestrian access in periods of severe weather conditions.
• To treat main entrances and paths with salt/grit as appropriate during severe weather conditions.
• To take delivery of stores, goods and equipment and distribute as appropriate throughout the school, completing paperwork as required.
• To set out/put away furniture for school events and examinations.
• To undertake general porterage as required.
• To undertake tasks which are commensurate with the position at the direction of the Leadership Team.

Benefits

All year round staff – 26 days’ annual leave (rising to 31 after 5 years of service) plus bank holidays (pro rata). Access to a government pension scheme, sick pay scheme, cycle‑to‑work scheme, free eye tests and an employee assistance helpline. Support staff can also benefit from a range of national discount schemes available to education professionals such as the Blue Light Card.

Additional Information

Optional: If you may want to close an advert early – we encourage early applications as we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the closing date if we receive sufficient applications for the role.