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Facilities Officer

TSAT

Devon and Torbay

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GBP 20,000 - 30,000

Full time

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Job summary

A leading education trust in the United Kingdom is seeking a Facilities Officer to assist the Site Manager in managing day-to-day tasks and support capital projects. The role involves ensuring school premises are safe, secure, and well-maintained. Candidates should have caretaking experience, practical maintenance skills, and knowledge of health and safety management. The position offers competitive pay and support for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive Pay Scales

Performance Related Pay

Pension Scheme Membership

Annual Leave

Collaborative Support

Training

Knowledge Sharing

Cycle2Work Scheme

Staff Wellbeing Focus

TSTARS Staff Recognition

Refer a Friend

Store Discounts

Tax Relief on Uniform

Blue Light Card

Qualifications

Competence in all aspects of site maintenance.
Ability to manage school premises to ensure safety and security.
Experience of working within an academy or school is desirable.

Responsibilities

Assist the Site Manager with overseeing daily tasks.
Support capital projects and manage the utilization of premises.
Ensure premises are secure, safe, and well-maintained.

Skills

Caretaking experience

Maintenance skills

Health & Safety management

Microsoft Office

Full clean driving licence

Overview

Thinking Facilities are looking for a FacilitiesOfficer to assist the Site Manager with overseeing the day‑to‑day tasks and support capital projects and primary location will be based at Brixham College however you may be required to travel to any of our sites within the hub.

The successful candidate will be competent in all aspects of site maintenance. As part of the site team you will manage our school premises and associated facilities ensuring that the premises are secure, safe and well‑maintained at all times to reflect the standards of education and behaviour within the school.

What you will need to succeed

For further details please see the attached Job description.

Previous experience as a caretaker or similar
Manage the utilisation of the premises and associated facilities for both educational and allied usage across The Thinking Schools Academy Trust
Practical skills in maintenance and cleaning
Health & Safety management
Experience of working within an Academy / School is desirable
A good working knowledge of Microsoft office.
Full clean driving licence with access to own transport.

About You

Thinking Facilities ensure our academies are safe, secure and fit for purpose for students, staff and visitors. The team support and oversee site maintenance through a dedicated help desk service and committed site staff caretaking and cleaning services, advice and support on the development of capital building projects, health and safety management and support including oversight of planned maintenance services and training and development.

About Us

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across the South East South and the South West.

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances.

Education is the key to transforming life chances and we support and develop every member of our community to :

Think about their Thinking
Be their Best self
Shape their Success

In this way we transform life chances

What our Trust will offer you

Competitive Pay Scales : Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels.
Performance Related Pay : We operate a Professional Growth policy that allows us to reward staff who meet their objectives with additional pay for exceptional performance.
Pension Scheme Membership : Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Annual Leave : A pro‑rata annual leave entitlement of 27 days for support staff increasing to 31 after 5 years of service.
Collaborative Support : Benefit from resources mentoring and school visits acrossourTrusthubs.
Training : Expand your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust‑funded apprenticeships and training courses.
Knowledge and Curriculum Sharing : Regular MAT meets alongside our regional hub model offers a network of collaboration for staff to share best practice.
Cycle2Work Scheme : Salary sacrifice scheme to purchase a new bike with National Insurance savings.
Staff Wellbeing Focus : Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers.
TSTARS Staff Recognition : You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme with seasonal rewards for all staff.
Refer a Friend : Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
Store Discounts : Support staff have access to Discount for Teachers scheme that offers a huge range of money saving deals and vouchers.
Tax Relief on Uniform : Claim for uniform maintenance with no receipts required.
Blue Light Card : School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!

Next steps

If you are interested in working for our Trust in our Facilities Team benefitting from a supportive network of colleagues across our Trust and are keen to progress your career then please apply today!

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

To arrange an informal telephone conversation please contact emailprotected

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates if you have any questions regarding this process please email emailprotected

Required Experience

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills