School Facilities & Grounds Technician

KELVINSIDE ACADEMY WAR MEMORIAL TRUST; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelvinside Academy is seeking an Assistant Janitor to join the Facilities Team in Glasgow. The role covers cleaning, basic maintenance, and providing practical support to ensure a safe, clean environment for pupils, staff and visitors. You will contribute to opening/closing duties and assist with events and day-to-day operations.

The position is full-time (40 hours per week) with shift patterns including early mornings, evenings and weekends. Driving licence is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Reliability and flexibility to work shifts across early mornings, evenings and weekends.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to follow school procedures for health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Maintain School buildings and grounds in a clean, safe condition.
• Carry out routine cleaning, basic maintenance and practical support duties.
• Report hazards, damage or maintenance issues to the Estates and Facilities team.
• Assist with daily opening/closing and safeguarding procedures.
• Set up/clear rooms and events; move furniture and equipment as required.
• Receive, sort and distribute internal mail and deliveries.
• Support teaching staff with facility use and preparation.
• Assist planned maintenance and day-to-day operations.

Skills

Reliability

Flexibility

Initiative

Communication skills

Teamwork

Health & safety awareness

Driving licence

Job description

Kelvinside Academy is seeking an Assistant Janitor to join the Facilities Team in Glasgow. The role covers cleaning, basic maintenance, and providing practical support to ensure a safe, clean environment for pupils, staff and visitors. You will contribute to opening/closing duties and assist with events and day-to-day operations.

The position is full-time (40 hours per week) with shift patterns including early mornings, evenings and weekends. Driving licence is advantageous.