School Maintenance officer. Job in Horsham Education & Training Jobs

Engage Partners; Upper Beeding; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Maintenance officer for a secondary school in Horsham, UK. This role involves supervising maintenance activities, ensuring security, and performing routine checks. Ideal candidates will have experience in a school or facilities role and a valid DBS. The salary ranges from £23,000 to £28,000 per annum.

Benefits

Pay in line with Agency Worker Regulations

Dedicated consultant offering ongoing support

£50 Amazon referral bonus

Wellbeing support and exclusive partner discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in a school setting or facilities role is required.
• A valid enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply.
• Good communication and teamwork skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Supervising cleaning and maintenance across the site.
• Managing security and ensuring the premises are locked and alarmed.
• Performing routine maintenance checks.
• Assisting with minor repairs and refurbishment projects.
• Monitoring heating, lighting, and alarm systems.
• Coordinating deliveries and managing stock for site equipment.

Skills

Experience in a school setting or similar facilities role

Good communication and teamwork skills

Ability to prioritise tasks and work efficiently

Job description

Overview

Maintenance officer Required for Secondary School in Horsham

Engage Education Services are currently recruiting for an experienced Maintenance officer to join a thriving secondary school in Horsham. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled facilities professional to play an important role in the upkeep and safety of a large, well-resourced school site.

Salary: £23,000 - £28,000 per annum (actual salary range)

Our Engage Education Services team specialise in placing high-quality non-classroom-based staff such as Administrators, HR, Finance, and Facilities professionals.

About the role

As the Maintenance officer, you\'ll be a key member of the site team, ensuring that the school\'s buildings and grounds are maintained to a high standard. You\'ll also hold keyholder responsibility and will work with both internal staff and external contractors. Key responsibilities include:

• Supervising cleaning and maintenance across the site
• Managing security and ensuring the premises are locked and alarmed when not in use
• Performing routine maintenance checks
• Assisting with minor repairs and refurbishment projects
• Monitoring heating, lighting, and alarm systems
• Coordinating deliveries and managing stock for site equipment

About you

• Experience in a school setting or similar facilities role
• A valid enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work efficiently

Why choose Engage Education Services?

• Pay in line with Agency Worker Regulations
• Dedicated consultant offering ongoing support
• £50 Amazon referral bonus once your referral works 5 days
• Wellbeing support and access to exclusive partner discounts

How to apply

You can apply below or get in touch with our team directly. All candidates must have a valid enhanced DBS before starting - full assistance will be provided.

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