Handyperson

Northern Advisory Council for Further Education; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

The Northern Advisory Council for Further Education seeks a Handyperson for its Facilities team in Newcastle upon Tyne. This role involves maintenance tasks, compliance with safety regulations, and supporting sustainability initiatives. The successful candidate will enjoy flexible working conditions and a supportive work environment offering diverse benefits.

Benefits

Annual leave starting at 25 days, increasing to 30

Flexible working culture with hybrid approach

Health cash plan for dental and optical costs

Employee Assistance Program

Pension with employer contribution

Death in service payment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar facilities or maintenance role.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day maintenance and support compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Liaise with contractors to maintain workplace conditions.
• Engage in environmental initiatives and local wildlife care.

Skills

Plumbing

Electrical systems

Problem-solving

Independence

Resourcefulness

Job description

Overview

Contract: Permanent

Location: Head Office: Quorum Business Park, Newcastle upon Tyne

Hours per week: 37 hours (option for role to be part time 30 hours, 4 days per week)

Salary: Up to £26,242 (Part Time £21,277) depending on experience

About the role

We’re excited to be looking for a Handypersonto join ourFacilities team.

We’re looking for a practical, hands-on Maintenance operative to join our team, someone who takes pride in keeping things running smoothly and enjoys the freedom to get the job done right. If fixing taps and air conditioning is your type of challenge. If painting and decorating is your bag. If basic electrical issues are within your skillset, you might be the person we are looking for.

We want to invest in long-term care for our space and equipment. We know the right person will make a huge difference.

Whether you’re looking for full-time work or a flexible part-time setup that fits around your life, we’re open — what matters most is the right attitude and a reliable skill set.

How you’ll make an impact:

In this role, you’ll be at the heart of our office operations, ensuring everything runs smoothly. You’ll manage day-to-day maintenance, support compliance with health and safety regulations, and confidently liaise with contractors to keep our workplace in top condition. Beyond maintenance, you’ll play an active role in our environmental initiatives, including the care and development of our local wildlife meadow—helping us drive sustainability across the organisation.

We’d love to hear from you if you offer the following:

• Previous experience in a similar facilities or maintenance role
• Proficient in plumbing and electrical systems
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Resourceful, self-motivated, and able to take initiative

If you’re hands-on, a good communicator, and ready to make a tangible impact on safety, sustainability, and team morale, this is your opportunity to shine!

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What will we offer you in return?

Below are just some of the fantastic benefits we’ll offer you to support you both professionally and personally. You can also visit our Benefits page which covers financial, physical and mental health support, time off and your development.

• Annual leave starting at 25 days and increasing up to 30 days with length of service

• 8 bank holidays and an additional 3 days off during the Christmas closure

• YOU celebration day to celebrate your birthday or another life event

• YOU hour allowing you one hour per month to spend time on something that promotes your wellbeing

• Learning and Wellbeing fund of up to £200 per year

• £400 towards any NCFE accreditedqualificationsper year

• Up to 20 Volunteering hours per year

• Flexible working culture with a hybrid working approach

• Early finish on a Friday at 4:30pm to start your weekend early

• Health cash plan through Westfield to claim towards health costs such as dental and optical

• Tech and Home scheme with savings at Currys and IKEA

• Employee Assistance Programmewith a confidential helpline and access to face to face and telephone counselling

• Pension of up to 9% employer contribution when you contribute 3%

• Death in service payment worth 4 x your salary

Shape real change with an NCFE career

Imagine a career where your contributions affect not only what people learn, but the way that learningis developed and delivered.

With over 170 years of education experience our core purpose remains at the heart of the organisation – to promote and advance learning to create a fairer, more inclusive society, making sure no learner is left behind.

Want to know more? Take a lookat our websitehttps://www.ncfe.org.uk/

How to apply

Before applying, please note that we require all candidates to be able to demonstrate proof of Right to Work in the UK.

Ready to join us and shape real change? Apply with your CV if you have the commitment to excel in this position.

Closing Date: Friday 4 July 2025

Interview Date: TBC

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) statement

We're committed to building rich diversity into our workforce at all levels, to ensure that we understand and are representative of the communities and customers we serve.

We do not discriminate against anyone due to their gender, sexuality, race, age, religion, beliefs, identity, social background, visible or hidden disability, or neurodiversity. Instead, we pride ourselves on our collaborative, vibrant and high-performance culture which embraces everyone, celebrates uniqueness, and enables everyone's voice to be heard.