Support Facilitator

Kirklees Council; Armitage Bridge; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 10,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance programme

Retail and leisure discounts

Reduced Metro travel

Job summary

Kirklees College is looking for a Support Facilitator at the Taylor Hill Centre to assist with maintenance of the grounds and animal enclosures. The role reports to the senior technician; hours are negotiable, with 12 hours per week across 52 weeks.

We expect construction/site maintenance qualifications or relevant experience, and a DBS check is required. The role supports staff and learners, contributing to a safe and well-kept environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance and repair of grounds and animal enclosures.
• Preferred qualifications in construction/site maintenance.
• DBS check required and safeguarding focus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain onsite workshop, tools and equipment.
• Maintain grounds, gardening, paths and boundaries, and animal enclosures.
• Collaborate with technician team and senior technician; uphold health and safety standards.
• Work outdoors and indoors; adapt to seasonal needs.

Education

Construction/site maintenance qualifications

Job description

Job Reference: ATR93502
Application deadline: 17/08/2026
Salary: £9,499.00 - £9,984.00

Job Description

Job Title:

Support Facilitator

Salary:

£9,499 - £9,984 (FTE £29,291 - £30,786)

Location:

Taylor Hill

Hours and Weeks per Year:

12 hours / 52 weeks

At Kirklees College we are always looking for new talent, and welcome applications from all sectors.

Whether in a teaching & learning role or in one of our specialised Business Support functions, you’ll be involved in nurturing and developing the next generation of construction workers, engineers, health workers and countless others.

We’re already a successful college, but we’re continually striving to be better and do better - be part of our story!

In the role of Support Facilitator you will be working at the Taylor Hill Centre supporting the maintenance and repair of the centre grounds and animal enclosures. You will report to the senior technician. Working days/hours are negotiable.

Your key responsibilities will be maintaining the onsite workshop, tools and use of equipment as needed. You will also be responsible for the maintenance of the grounds which may involve some gardening, path and boundaries as well as maintaining and building animal enclosures as required. The post requires collaboration with the technician team and senior technician and maintain high standards of Health and Safety and housekeeping.

Your daily duties will vary depending on needs and seasonal requirements and will be based both outdoors and indoors. Ideally you will hold relevant qualifications in construction and site maintenance however previous experience in roles will be considered. You will be expected to engage in the college values of kindness, unity and excellence and attain an Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service certificate.

Due to the nature of our work, it’s essential you’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

We believe learning is not just for our students: it’s an important part of working here too. Staff development opportunities include a mentoring scheme, financial contributions for external qualifications and skills development for current and aspiring managers.

You’ll also have access to a range of staff benefits including

• employee assistance programme
• retail and leisure discounts
• reduced Metro travel

We want people who believe in the value of education, and who can contribute to our culture of supporting and challenging one another.

Closing Date : 17 th August 2026

(We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications)

As an employer we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of an individuals’ sex, age, religion, race, marital status, disability status, sexual orientation, maternity or care leaver status. We are committed to exploring opportunities for flexible working and ensuring the work-life balance and wellbeing of our workforce. Please note that any job offer is subject to pre-employment checks including a DBS check, online searches and references from former employers, in line with guidance from Department for Education.