School Facilities Maintenance Technician (Full-time, Part-time or Casual)

Kentjobs; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational trust in the UK is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician to maintain and secure school facilities at multiple sites. The role offers flexibility for full-time, part-time, or casual work and includes responsibilities such as daily maintenance tasks, premises security, and collaborating with external contractors. Ideal candidates should possess customer service skills and knowledge of health and safety protocols.

Benefits

Excellent CPD programme

Supportive work environment

Access to corporate healthcare scheme

Qualifications

• Proactive approach to maintenance and cleanliness of school facilities.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends.
• Experience in building maintenance, ensuring secure and accessible premises.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular maintenance of the site.
• Unlock and secure premises at the start and end of the day.
• Handle daily repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Participate in alarm callout rota as needed.
• Organize external contractors for specialized maintenance work.

Skills

Customer service skills

Awareness of health and safety issues

Plumbing knowledge

Electrical systems understanding

Job description

We are seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician to support the Facilities Manager in looking after the building and grounds at Cornwallis Academy, New Line Learning Academy and Tiger Primary School. You will be responsible for a wide range of duties including maintenance, cleanliness and security of the school building and grounds.

Our core operations run Monday to Friday, 6am to 10 pm, with additional lettings taking place at weekends. This structure gives us real flexibility to shape the role around the right person. Whether you're looking for full-time, part-time, casual work, or occasional hours on an as-needed basis – we’re open to working around you.

Responsibilities of the post holder are not limited to, but will include:

• Regular maintenance of the site ensuring it remains clean and accessible at all times.
• Unlocking the premises in advance of the school day and securing the premises at the end of the day.
• Carry out day to day repairs / maintenance of the buildings
• Be part of the alarm callout rota as required, so access to a vehicle if essential
• Assist with events and general running of the schools
• In conjunction with the Facilities Manager organise external contractors to undertake maintenance work that cannot be carried out in-house.

You will be a responsible individual who takes pride in your day-to-day work. You will be very pro-active in attending to the needs of the school to ensure everything runs smoothly andbe able to provide excellent customer service skills as well as having an awareness of health and safety issues. A good understanding of plumbing, electrical systems and DIY would be desirable.

About us

Welcome to Future Schools Trust. Our Trust consists of two secondary schools, one primary school and one nursery at the heart of our local community in the Maidstone and Malling area of Kent. FST was legally established as a Multi Academy Trust (MAT) in September 2007.

All our schools have a strong and inclusive ethos, reflecting our vision. Staff and students embrace our values, and they share our belief that schools are stronger when they work together whilst being proud and respectful of the unique identity of each of our schools.

FST's central team support our schools with core functions such as Finance, HR, Facilities, IT, Marketing and Governance.

At Future Schools Trust, we are committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those who are differently abled, neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities, and from different religious or belief backgrounds. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that individuals bring and believe they make our organisation stronger. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we are happy to support you.

What's in it for you?

• A vibrant and exciting place to work
• A friendly and supportive environment
• An excellent CPD programme, with opportunities for action research and nationally accredited qualifications
• The support of a Trust that currently encompasses two Secondary Schools and one Primary School. Alongside Tiger Cubs, our term time only Day Nursery, for children aged 3 months to 4 years, with great benefits to education staff.
• A well-resourced department with schemes of work and resources available.
• An opportunity to join various schemes such as the Benenden corporate healthcare scheme

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