Maintenance Technician

Simply Education Ltd; Merstham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational support organization is looking for an experienced Maintenance Technician to ensure the continuous operation of a new SEND school in Merstham. Responsibilities include site maintenance, ensuring safety protocols, and effective resource management. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of site maintenance experience, a full UK driving licence, and strong communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary and multiple benefits, including training opportunities and discounts.

Benefits

Continuous training and development opportunities

Shopping and dining discounts

Cycle-to-work and car scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Company sick pay

Enhanced pension and life assurance

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of site maintenance experience in a similar role.
• Full UK Driving Licence, with access to own vehicle.
• Competent in basic repairs using a range of tools.

Responsibilities

• Carry out site duties focusing on sustainability and efficient resource use.
• Communicate operational challenges promptly to senior staff.
• Log and manage maintenance tasks using a digital system.
• Maintain secure control and storage of keys and tools.
• Ensure the school environment remains safe and suitable for learning.

Skills

Health and Safety qualifications (Working at Height, Manual Handling)

Electrical skills

Plumbing skills

Carpentry skills

Painting/Decorating skills

Qualified First Aider

Site maintenance experience

Full UK Driving Licence

IT Skills

Job description

Title: Maintenance Technician (PERMANENT)

Salary: £28,600- £29,931.20 per annum

Hours: 40 hours per week with timings to be agreed with School Business Manager

Job Description:

Simply Education are currently supporting one of our clients with their brand new Secondary SEND School in the Surrey area (RH1), for pupils aged 11‑16 who require support with social communication, emotional regulation and sensory processing, typically associated with Autism.

As part of their growing team, they are currently looking for an experienced Maintenance Technician to join their team. You will be responsible for ensuring that all matters relating to the continuous operation, grounds and equipment’s are maintained in such a way that ensures a high‑quality site service is provided at all times – while also ensuring the safeguarding, health, safety and general well‑being of all those accessing the school.

Key Duties

• Carry out site duties with a strong commitment to sustainability and efficient use of resources.
• Communicate any emerging issues or operational challenges promptly to senior staff, including unforeseen requirements.
• Log, manage, and complete maintenance tasks using a digital reporting system.
• Support the safe movement and setup of furniture, resources, and equipment across the school site.
• Monitor the condition, use, and records of school vehicles, including mileage and compliance checks.
• Maintain secure control and storage of keys, tools, and equipment, keeping accurate records where required.
• Ensure all materials and substances are stored safely and in line with health and safety guidance.
• Attend work reliably, on time, and present a professional image representative of the school.
• Build positive working relationships with staff, pupils, and wider stakeholders.
• Assist with routine inspections of buildings, services, and utilities, recording findings and supporting follow‑up actions.
• Undertake additional reasonable duties to support the smooth running of the school.
• Ensure the school environment remains safe, well maintained, and suitable for learning at all times.

Skills and Qualifications

• Health and Safety qualifications e.g. Working at Height, Manual Handling, COSHH etc (desirable).
• Hold an additional trade / skill such as electrical, plumbing, carpentry or painting / decorating (desirable).
• Qualified First Aider (desirable).
• At least 2 years’ of site maintenance in a similar role (essential).
• Full UK Driving Licence, with access to own vehicle (essential to assist with school transport).

Requirements

• Mechanical experience or experience undertaking basic machine maintenance.
• Competent and knowledgeable of basic repairs, using a range of tools and equipment to carry out routine maintenance tasks such as carpentry, painting and decorating, repairs to furniture or the building.
• IT Skills are essential to operate the school's internal auditing systems and asset management.
• Must be able to work unsociable hours when required.

What's in it for you?

• Continuous training and development opportunities to help you build on your skills and reach your goals.
• Discounts on your shopping, phone plans, internet, dining out, gym membership and so much more.
• Access to their cycle‑to‑work scheme and brand new car scheme.
• Highly competitive pay & rewards such as Enhanced annual leave, company sick pay, enhanced pension and life assurance.
• And so much more…..

If you are interested in this role - please feel free to contact by emailing Ioan or call (phone number removed).

Alternatively, please apply with an up-to-date CV.

I look forward to hearing from you.