Maintenance Operative

The National Autistic Society; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity for autistic support seeks a full-time Maintenance Operative to ensure the upkeep and security of its facilities. The role involves general maintenance responsibilities at Sybil Elgar School and requires a driving capability. Salary ranges from £22,821 to £27,892 per annum, along with various benefits including pension scheme and training opportunities. Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates, particularly those with autism diagnoses.

Benefits

Auto-enrolled Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Excellent induction training

Healthcare Cash Plan

Life Assurance at 2× base salary

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Free access to Headspace App

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance and upkeep of buildings and grounds is desirable.
• Ability to drive is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the upkeep and maintenance of service buildings and grounds.
• Maintain safety and security of the premises.

Skills

Babysitting

GSM

Informatica

BPO

ACCA

Designing

Job description

Maintenance Operative

The National Autistic Society is the UK’s leading charity for autistic people. Since 1962 we’ve been transforming lives, changing attitudes and helping to create a society that works for autistic adults and children. We transform lives by providing support, guidance and practical advice for the 700,000 autistic adults and children in the UK as well as their three million family members and carers.

Within our Adult Services we support people to understand their diagnosis and how this may impact on their life and the lives of those around them. Our residential services provide accommodation and support for autistic adults 52 weeks a year, 24 hours a day in urban and rural settings. We also provide supported living services for autistic adults who need extra help to live in their own homes or within our accommodation.

We have an opportunity for you to join our established Maintenance team who will be responsible for and ensure the upkeep, general maintenance, safety and security of the services buildings, grounds and outdoor equipment.

The salary for this role is £22,821 - £27,892 per annum. This role requires you to be able to drive.

What we can offer you

• Auto-enrolled Pension Scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Excellent induction training and development programme including training about autism and opportunities to attend our conferences
• Online staff discount scheme for a range of benefits such as cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan & shopping discounts for places such as Asda, Tesco, Sainsburys, Halfords, Nike, Apple and loads more!
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Life Assurance at 2× base salary
• A portfolio of fantastic new salary sacrifice benefits and other flexible benefits private health dental insurance car salary sacrifice scheme activity pass holiday trading enhanced pension & salary deduction loans (eligibility criteria may apply)
• Access to a 24‑hour Employee Assistance Programme & counselling programme
• Free access to the Headspace App a global leader in mindfulness and you can enrol up to three friends or family for free!
• Eligibility for a Blue Light Card

Where you will be working

Sybil Elgar School

About our application process

When providing a supporting statement please refer to the job description and person specification and include any information that shows your suitability for the role.

For more information about this job please contact: Philip Bush

We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

For some roles successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks which will include additional references and criminal background checks.

Applications for this job are sought from anyone who is suitably qualified and experienced for the role but particularly welcome from those with a diagnosis of autism.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

The National Autistic Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks.

NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE

Key Skills

Babysitting, GSM, Informatica, BPO, ACCA, Designing

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Yearly Salary: £22,821 - £27,892