Maintenance Assistant

Thrive Childcare and Education; Dundee; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking childcare organization as a Maintenance Assistant, where your skills will ensure safe and welcoming environments for children. This role involves hands-on maintenance, working closely with a supportive team to uphold high standards of safety and functionality. Thrive Childcare and Education values its employees, offering numerous perks such as additional paid leave, discounts, and personal development opportunities. If you are proactive, organized, and passionate about quality, this is the perfect opportunity to make a positive impact in a growing company dedicated to inspiring children every day.

Benefits

Birthday holiday and wellbeing day off

Christmas week closure

Company-supplied outdoor jackets

Childcare discounts

Cash health plans

Gym membership discounts

Free counselling sessions

Long service awards

Monthly cash incentives

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven maintenance experience with relevant trade skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support the upkeep of Thrive’s estate through installation and maintenance.
• Deliver high-quality maintenance services in line with health & safety policies.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Basic IT skills

Job description

Required at:

Thrive Childcare and Education in Scotland!

40 Hours Per Week (Monday to Friday)

£26,487 Per Annum

At Thrive, we always put our children first, but we also look after our team. As a Maintenance Assistant, you’re a hero to our children, and we believe you deserve to feel like one! We offer:

• Earn an extra £200 per month through referrals
• Birthday holiday and wellbeing day off – an additional 2 days paid leave
• Christmas week closure and shopping vouchers
• Company-supplied and branded outdoor jackets
• Up to 85% off childcare discounts (T&Cs apply)
• Cash health plans – cashback on dental and health services
• High street and gym membership discounts
• Free face-to-face counselling sessions
• Long service awards
• Monthly colleague spotlight rewards – cash incentives
• Personal progression and career opportunities
• PVG & SSSC registration paid for by Thrive

Plus many more benefits!

About The Role:

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Maintenance Assistant to support the upkeep of Thrive’s estate. Your responsibilities will include installation, maintenance, and repair work across our buildings and complexes, ensuring environments are safe, functional, and welcoming.

You will work closely with the Maintenance Supervisor and contractors, delivering high-quality maintenance services and supporting estate improvement projects in line with our health & safety policies.

If you are hands-on, collaborative, and committed to high standards, we’d love to hear from you!

Essential Criteria:

We are looking for a motivated and reliable individual with a strong maintenance background, proactive attitude, and dedication to quality. The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven maintenance experience, ideally with relevant trade skills
• A full, clean UK driving licence (you must be 25 or over for insurance). A company vehicle will be provided.
• Strong organisational skills to manage your diary, meet deadlines, and deliver results
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations, including asbestos and legionella protocols
• Basic IT skills for record keeping and communication
• Excellent communication skills, both face-to-face and over the phone
• The ability to remain calm under pressure and maintain professionalism

About Us:

Thrive Childcare and Education offers inspiring childcare and education across the North West of England and Scotland. Our teams are friendly, fun, and dedicated to making every day special. We are growing rapidly, passionate about developing our people, and offer promotion opportunities. With over twenty years of managing award-winning nurseries and an innovative approach to education, we invite you to join our growing family!

Children first always | Deliver with passion | Be a positive role model | Teamwork