Senior Maintenance Operative

TeacherActive; Metchley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market leading rates of pay

CPD Courses and certificates

Referral scheme

Job summary

TeacherActive is working with a college in Harborne, Birmingham to recruit a Senior Maintenance Operative for a temporary role with potential to become permanent. The successful candidate will perform general building repairs and maintenance such as plastering, carpentry and decorating, and must hold Level 2 in Multi Trades.

You must be flexible, able to lift heavy items, drive a full licence, and work with the Maintenance Manager.

Qualifications

• Level 2 in Multi Trades
• Experience in general building repairs including plastering, carpentry, decorating or similar tasks

Responsibilities

• Assist with a wide range of repair and maintenance duties as directed by the Maintenance Manager
• Understand and apply lifting and manual handling principles
• Be physically fit to lift/carry heavy items
• Work on own initiative and respond appropriately to emergencies
• Hold a full driving licence

Skills

Multi trades

General repairs

Carpentry

Plastering

Decorating

Education

Level 2 in Multi Trades

Job description

Senior Maintenance Operative

Location: Harborne, Birmingham
Start Date: Immediate Start
Salary: £15 - £18 per hour

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialost college school in Harborne, Birmingham. The college promotes an inclusive and nurturing environment, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs including ASD, ADHD, SEMH and other Complex Needs.

The school is looking to take on a Senior Maintenance Operative on a temporary basis, with the potential to become long term for the right candidate.

The successful Senior Maintenance Operative will have:

• Level 2 in one of Multi Trades.
• previous experience in general building repairs and maintenance. E.g., plastering, carpentry, decorating or similar tasks.

To be flexible, able and willing to assist with a wide range of repair and maintenance duties, as directed by the Maintenance Manager.

To understand the principles of lifting and manual handling and apply them to their work.

To be physically fit and able to lift/carry heavy and bulky items of equipment and/or materials.

To demonstrate a mature and responsible approach to their work.

To be able to work on their own initiative and to respond appropriately to emergency situations.

To hold a full driving licence

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme Terms and Conditions apply
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.