School Site & Facilities Maintenance Assistant

Outcomes First Group; Stapleford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension

Wellbeing support

Discounts (Vista)

Cycle to Work

Electric Car Purchase

Critical Illness

Family Growth Support

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Job summary

Outcomes First Group is seeking a Site Maintenance Assistant to support Hemlock Stone School in Stapleford. You will carry out routine maintenance, respond to faults, keep buildings and grounds safe, and prepare rooms for daily activities, helping learning thrive for pupils.

Experience in maintenance or facilities is preferred; a practical approach to repairs, good health and safety awareness, and the ability to prioritise tasks are essential. A full UK driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a maintenance, facilities, caretaking or similar role
• A practical approach to troubleshooting and completing repairs
• Good awareness of health and safety and safe systems of work
• The ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively
• Good communication skills and a positive, service-focused attitude

Responsibilities

• Carrying out routine maintenance across the school site, including planned checks and minor repairs
• Responding to faults and completing urgent repairs to ensure spaces remain safe and functional
• Supporting the upkeep of buildings and grounds, helping maintain a clean, well-presented environment
• Assisting with the preparation of rooms and facilities for day-to-day use and school activities
• Working with site processes for reporting, recording and prioritising tasks
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety requirements, including safe working practices
• Liaising with colleagues so maintenance needs are communicated clearly and addressed efficiently

Skills

Maintenance experience

Troubleshooting

Health & safety awareness

Time management

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Outcomes First Group is seeking a Site Maintenance Assistant to support Hemlock Stone School in Stapleford. You will carry out routine maintenance, respond to faults, keep buildings and grounds safe, and prepare rooms for daily activities, helping learning thrive for pupils.

Experience in maintenance or facilities is preferred; a practical approach to repairs, good health and safety awareness, and the ability to prioritise tasks are essential. A full UK driving licence is required.