School Facilities Technician (Painting & Maintenance)

Sammons Recruitment Ltd; St Leonards; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Sammons Recruitment Ltd is seeking a reliable School Facilities Operative to support day-to-day upkeep at a school in Hastings. The role focuses on painting and decorating, general maintenance, and ensuring a safe, clean environment for staff and pupils.

The position is temporary with potential to become permanent for the right candidate. £15 per hour, temporary to permanent. Applicants should have a valid Enhanced DBS for the Child Workforce and be able to work independently on site.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in facilities, maintenance, painting and decorating.
• Practical and confident approach to maintenance tasks.
• Reliable, organized and able to work independently.
• Must hold a valid Enhanced DBS for the Child Workforce.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general facilities and maintenance duties across the school site.
• Complete painting and decorating work to a good standard.
• Assist with general repairs, upkeep and improvements around the premises.
• Help maintain a safe, tidy and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors.
• Identify and report any maintenance issues or defects.
• Support the wider facilities team with day‑to‑day site requirements.
• Follow relevant health and safety procedures at all times.
• Complete tasks efficiently and to a high standard.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Painting & decorating

General repairs

Health & safety

Independent worker

Communication

Education

Enhanced DBS for Child Workforce

Job description

Sammons Recruitment Ltd is seeking a reliable School Facilities Operative to support day-to-day upkeep at a school in Hastings. The role focuses on painting and decorating, general maintenance, and ensuring a safe, clean environment for staff and pupils.

The position is temporary with potential to become permanent for the right candidate. £15 per hour, temporary to permanent. Applicants should have a valid Enhanced DBS for the Child Workforce and be able to work independently on site.