School Facilities & Safety Coordinator

Outcomes First Group; Ashford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing programme

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista)

Health benefits

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

Job summary

Outcomes First Group, through its Acorn Education division, is seeking a Facilities Assistant to help keep our SEN school at Heath Farm safe, secure and welcoming for pupils, staff and visitors.

You will work with the Facilities Management Team and School Business Manager to maintain buildings and grounds, support health & safety compliance, and assist with records, inspections and contractor oversight. Driving licence is required and we value practical, hands-on problem solving.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in facilities, estates or site management.
• Strong understanding of health and safety and compliance requirements.
• Hands-on, practical problem-solving approach.
• Good IT skills and experience maintaining records and reports.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and adapt to changing demands.
• Driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the maintenance and upkeep of school buildings, grounds, vehicles, and equipment.
• Carrying out general repairs and coordinating planned and reactive maintenance works.
• Assisting with health and safety compliance, including fire safety, water hygiene, PAT testing, emergency lighting, and other statutory checks.
• Monitoring contractors and ensuring work is completed safely and to a high standard.
• Maintaining accurate records, compliance documentation, and operational systems.
• Supporting site security, including opening and closing procedures.
• Conducting regular site inspections and helping to identify improvements across the school estate.
• Responding to maintenance issues and emergencies with a calm and practical approach.

Skills

Facilities management

Health & safety

Record keeping

Driving licence

Job description

Outcomes First Group, through its Acorn Education division, is seeking a Facilities Assistant to help keep our SEN school at Heath Farm safe, secure and welcoming for pupils, staff and visitors.

You will work with the Facilities Management Team and School Business Manager to maintain buildings and grounds, support health & safety compliance, and assist with records, inspections and contractor oversight. Driving licence is required and we value practical, hands-on problem solving.