Property Assistant

Novus; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days annual leave

8 bank holidays

Pension scheme

Employee assistance program

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

The Manchester College is looking for a Property Assistant to join the Harpurhey campus facilities team. This hands-on position supports cleanliness, security, and maintenance, including unlocking buildings, setting up rooms, deliveries, and minor repairs to ensure a safe, welcoming learning environment.

The role is permanent, full-time (35 hours per week), offering variety, teamwork, and opportunities to contribute to student success within a busy college setting.

Qualifications

• To be successful in this role, you will need to work toward an NVQ or equivalent in caretaking services.
• Experience of using a CAFM system is desirable.
• Ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team.

Skills

Own initiative

Caretaking experience

Teamwork

Education

NVQ in Caretaking Services or equivalent

Tools

CAFM system

Job description

Job description

Are you a practical and dependable person who takes pride in creating safe, welcoming spaces? The Manchester College's City Centre Campus is seeking a Property Assistant to join our dedicated Facilities Team. In this hands-on role, you'll help keep the campus running smoothly by maintaining high standards of cleanliness, security, and maintenance. Duties include unlocking buildings, setting up rooms, handling deliveries, and carrying out minor repairs, all supporting a great learning environment. You'll also assist with events, site safety, and emergency procedures. This role suits someone with facilities, caretaking, or estates experience who enjoys variety and teamwork. If you're proactive and take pride in your work, we'd love to hear from you.

We have an exciting opportunity at our Harpurhey campus to join our Facilities Department as a Property Assistant on a permanent, full-time (35 hours per week) basis.

Site Information

Our Harpurhey campus is a vibrant and inclusive learning environment located in North Manchester, offering excellent facilities tailored to vocational education. The campus specialises in areas such as sport, public services, and foundation learning, with dedicated spaces that support hands-on, practical teaching. With a strong sense of community and a focus on student success, Harpurhey is a rewarding place to work, where staff can truly make an impact in learners' lives.

Who are TMC?

The Manchester College is the Largest Further Education College in the United Kingdom and has the largest provisions for 16-19yrs olds, adults, and higher education in Greater Manchester. We are part of the LTE group that consist of MOL, Total People, UCEN Manchester, Novus, and LTE Group Operations. We currently support more than 25% of Greater Manchester's learning provision and are currently rated "Good" by Ofsted. The Manchester Colleges offering is bolstered by 18 Centres of Excellence across our campuses, ensuring we give our best and strive to achieve an unrivalled learning experience for our students. We have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners nationally to ensure our students secure their place as the leaders of the future.

Proudly, The Manchester College is also 1 of only 57 organisations nationally recognised with the Princess Royal Training Award 2025, demonstrating our commitment to investing in our people and their development.

Benefits

• 35 days paid annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
• 3 well-being days per year.
• Significant pension contribution.
• Retail discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Role Responsibilities

Please see the attached role profile for an overview of general role responsibilities.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Willing to work towards NVQ, or equivalent, in Caretaking Services, or similar.
• Experience of using a CAFM system.
• Ability to work on own initiative.

Safeguarding

The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

Equal Opportunities Statement

At The Manchester College, we're committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, or victimisation, where all members of our community are treated with respect and dignity. The Manchester College is committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities where we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and student community that reflects Greater Manchester's and the UK's rich diversity and vibrancy.

The closing date for this job advert is 05/10/2026. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!