Site Technician ApprenticeEDV/2025/OBA/02209

Ormiston Academies Trust; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Ormiston Academies Trust is looking for an Apprentice Site Technician to join their Facilities team starting September 2025. This role involves ensuring the safety and maintenance of the Academy's physical environment while completing a relevant apprenticeship. The work schedule involves a shift rotation, and the successful candidate will receive strong professional support and development opportunities.

Benefits

Extensive professional development

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee health & well-being programs

Qualifications

• No previous experience required, willing to learn.
• Team player with a commitment to maintaining a safe environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure security and care of the Academy building and equipment.
• Assist with maintenance, cleanliness, and security of the site.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Level 2 Facilities Services Operative or Level 3 Facilities Management Supervisor apprenticeship

Job description

About This Role

Required for September 2025, we are seeking to appoint an Apprentice Site Technician to join our dedicated Facilities team. The successful candidate will ensure the security, care, and availability of the Academy building, furniture, fittings, and equipment, contributing to a satisfactory physical environment. The role is varied, and the candidate will assist with maintenance, cleanliness, and security of the site. Strong communication, teamwork skills, and attention to detail are essential.

The successful candidate will work on a shift rotation Monday to Friday between 7:00 am and 6:30 pm. The contract will be fixed-term for the duration of the apprenticeship.

We will support the candidate to complete either a Level 2 Facilities Services Operative apprenticeship or a Level 3 Facilities Management Supervisor apprenticeship, depending on experience, which will be discussed at interview.

The Academy

Ormiston Bushfield Academy is a good school (OFSTED – December 2019), located near the Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire, & Lincolnshire borders, with excellent road and rail links.

The Academy has expanded with a new £6 million wing opened in September 2018, and a state-of-the-art £20.6 million building completed in September 2012. It offers an inspiring environment and has achieved strong GCSE & A-Level results.

Why work for Ormiston?

Our vision is for a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our staff are our greatest asset, and we aim to provide the best learning opportunities daily. Joining us means your work will be meaningful, impacting children's lives and futures.

Benefits include:

• Opportunity to build on the legacy of a longstanding trust focused on enabling children and young people to thrive.
• Work for a trust recognized for its impact on disadvantaged children.
• Be part of a community of professionals working at the heart of local communities.
• Extensive professional development, flexible working, and benefits.

We Offer

• Supportive team environment committed to raising attainment.
• Development through recognized training courses.
• Resources and opportunities via the Trust.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Employee benefits and health & well-being programs.
• Guidance and support from leadership to positively influence student education.

Closing date: Sunday 13 July 2025. The Academy reserves the right to withdraw the advert or interview candidates before the closing date.

Ormiston Bushfield Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. We embrace diversity and promote equality of opportunity. Flexible working options are considered.

All appointments are subject to checks including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, references, and an enhanced DBS check, including the Children’s Barred List.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. For guidance, visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974