School Facilities Technician – Maintenance & Safety

Hillingdon Manor School; Highweek; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Your Wellbeing Matters

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista)

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

Job summary

Fieldstone School is seeking a proactive Facilities Assistant to join our team. This role focuses on keeping the school buildings and grounds safe, well‑maintained and welcoming for students aged 5–16.

You’ll handle repairs, support health and safety initiatives, and assist with projects while working collaboratively with staff and external suppliers. The ideal candidate has hands-on maintenance experience, a solid understanding of health & safety, and the ability to manage tasks independently

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths & English at level 4 or above.
• Proven experience in facilities management or a relevant trade.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety and compliance standards.
• Ability to work independently with initiative, but also collaborate effectively within a team.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and clear communication.
• Flexibility and responsiveness to urgent maintenance needs.
• Driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality maintenance and repairs across the site.
• Assist the maintenance team with planned projects and reactive tasks.
• Conduct regular site inspections to identify and resolve health and safety concerns.
• Advise staff on safe use and maintenance of machinery and equipment.
• Support risk assessments and ensure COSHH compliance.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good condition.
• Travel across the school site and to suppliers as needed.

Skills

GCSE Maths & English (4+)

Facilities management

Health & Safety

Driving licence

Independent & teamwork

Problem solving

Job description

Fieldstone School is seeking a proactive Facilities Assistant to join our team. This role focuses on keeping the school buildings and grounds safe, well‑maintained and welcoming for students aged 5–16.

You’ll handle repairs, support health and safety initiatives, and assist with projects while working collaboratively with staff and external suppliers. The ideal candidate has hands-on maintenance experience, a solid understanding of health & safety, and the ability to manage tasks independently