School Facilities Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

ASAPA Secondary School in Newham is seeking a reliable Facilities Assistant to join the site team. You will work with the Site Manager to maintain a safe, clean and welcoming school environment, performing general maintenance, minor repairs and set up for lessons and events.

The role requires practical DIY skills, the ability to work independently or with others, good communication and a proactive, hands-on approach to day-to-day premises tasks, with a strong focus on health and safety.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in facilities, maintenance, caretaking or site-based role.
• Good practical and DIY skills.
• A proactive and hands-on approach to work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Understanding of health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out general maintenance and minor repairs across the school site.
• Supporting the Site Manager with the day-to-day running of the premises.
• Ensuring classrooms, communal areas and external spaces are safe and well maintained.
• Setting up and moving furniture and equipment for lessons and school events.
• Carrying out regular site checks and reporting any issues or hazards.
• Assisting with deliveries, contractors and visitors when required.
• Supporting the opening and closing of the school site.
• Helping to maintain high standards of health and safety across the premises.
• Responding promptly to facilities and maintenance requests.
• Carrying out other general site duties as required.

Skills

Facilities experience

DIY skills

Proactive

Teamwork

Health & safety

Communication

Job description

School Facilities Assistant - Secondary School

Location: Newham, East LondonSalary: Competitive, dependent on experienceContract: Full-time, long-term (temporary position until July 2027 - with a possible extension) Start Date: ASAPA secondary school in Newham is looking for a reliable and hardworking Facilities Assistant to join their site team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who takes pride in maintaining a safe, clean and welcoming school environment.

The Role

As a Facilities Assistant, you will work alongside the Site Manager and wider premises team to ensure the school site is well maintained and operational on a day-to-day basis. Key responsibilities include:

• Carrying out general maintenance and minor repairs across the school site.
• Supporting the Site Manager with the day-to-day running of the premises.
• Ensuring classrooms, communal areas and external spaces are safe and well maintained.
• Setting up and moving furniture and equipment for lessons and school events.
• Carrying out regular site checks and reporting any issues or hazards.
• Assisting with deliveries, contractors and visitors when required.
• Supporting the opening and closing of the school site.
• Helping to maintain high standards of health and safety across the premises.
• Responding promptly to facilities and maintenance requests.
• Carrying out other general site duties as required.

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous experience in a facilities, maintenance, caretaking or site-based role.
• Good practical and DIY skills.
• A proactive and hands-on approach to work.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• An understanding of health and safety within a working environment.
• A reliable, professional and flexible attitude.
• Previous experience working within a school or education setting would be advantageous, but is not essential.

Why Join?

• Long-term opportunity within a supportive secondary school.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Opportunity to work as part of an established premises team.
• Potential for a permanent position for the right candidate.