Facilities & Security Assistant

Bishop Auckland College; Bishop Auckland; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at an established educational institution as a Facilities and Security Assistant. This role offers the chance to contribute to the safety and maintenance of the college environment, ensuring a secure and welcoming space for students and staff alike. You will engage in a variety of responsibilities including securing premises, responding to incidents, and assisting with maintenance tasks. Ideal candidates will have a commitment to safety, a strong sense of responsibility, and the ability to work well with young people. If you are looking for a rewarding position in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a similar environment with young people.
• Willingness to obtain necessary certifications within specified timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Open, lock, and secure the premises as part of daily duties.
• Patrol campus areas and respond to security issues.
• Assist with general maintenance and housekeeping requests.

Skills

First Aid at Work

Security Management

General Maintenance

CCTV Operations

Communication

Education

IT Qualification

Level 2 Equality & Diversity

NVQ Level 3 in Facilities Management

PAT Training

Job description

Bishop Auckland College is seeking to recruit a Facilities and Security Assistant. This exciting opportunity offers a reliable and committed individual the chance to join this fantastic team.

Job Reference: RS24/25/219

Location: Bishop Auckland Campus

Closing Date: 08 January 2025

Pay: £23,146.49-£23,463.56 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week

Duration: Permanent

Applicants should have experience of working in a similar environment and with young people.

As key holder, the role includes opening, locking and securing the premises as part of your day/evening duties. You will patrol all areas of the college campus responding, reporting and dealing with any security issues. You will assist in general maintenance requests and general external housekeeping and groundworks. You will view/access CCTV as and when requested. In the event of a security incident, keep in regular radio contact with security staff and the Estates & Facilities Manager.

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of the college Estates & Facilities department.

The successful candidate will be required to possess a 3-day First Aid at Work certificate or be willing to work towards it within 6 months. It is desirable that the candidate will also possess an IT qualification, Level 2 Equality & Diversity, NVQ level 3 in Facilities Management, and PAT training or be willing to work towards it within 12 months.

This role will include responsibilities within safeguarding and the postholder will be engaging in regulated activity.

Bishop Auckland College is an equality, diversity, and inclusive employer. We are committed to recruiting a more diverse workforce that reflects the people we serve.

Completed applications should be emailed back to: or posted to:

HR Department
Bishop Auckland College
Bishop Auckland Campus
Woodhouse Lane
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 6JZ

For more information or if you have a disability and need help completing the application please email: or contact our 24-hour answering service on 01388 443108.

Bishop Auckland College is committed to the safeguarding and the welfare of all learners and any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS disclosure. All teaching staff will be required to register with the Institute for Learning.