Skilled Property Maintenance Technician / Operative

David Ross Education Trust is now recruiting for a Skilled Property Maintenance Technician / Operative. This role could be your next career opportunity. If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About the role: With guaranteed working and regular hours, 31 days annual leave (plus statutory holidays), a generous pension scheme, paid travel expenses and a great team to work with, as a team leader you will provide support to our schools for their refurbishment and maintenance projects plus site management cover. A work van is provided, which is kept at one of our secondary academies in Northampton. There will be travel to academies within the Midlands region, with travel expenses fully covered by the Trust. Working as part of and leading a two-person team, your role will include routine maintenance, refurbishment, painting and decorating, small projects and repairs fitting your skill set. The team also provides site management cover to any academy that may need assistance. The role is 37 hours a week, 52 weeks a year and is a permanent position.

Salary & Benefits:

• NJC 20 FTE £31,586 per annum
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
• 31 days annual leave plus statutory holidays
• Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Awards and Recognition Scheme
• Flexible working patterns
• Benefits Platform
• Holiday discounts
• Cinema tickets
• Restaurant booking discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for:

• Good numeracy, literacy and communication skills
• Willingness to undertake training
• Must hold a full, clean driving licence
• Significant experience or skills in a trade
• The ability to understand and apply regulations such as health and safety, manual handling, COSHH, Asbestos and Legionella etc.
• Competent at basic building repairs and maintenance - basic plumbing such as tap & cistern replacements, basic carpentry such as hanging doors, building a stud wall
• Good painting & decorating experience – including plastering skills
• Ability to perform the physical tasks required by the post including lifting, carrying and pushing various equipment
• Excellent communication skills
• Good IT skills
• Ability to manage own time effectively and demonstrate initiative including establishing priorities.
• Ability to prioritise and manage workflow whilst maintaining a flexible approach to respond to urgent requests
• Display a conscientious and logical approach to the variety of tasks necessary for the smooth running of each Academy
• Ability to adapt to changing and conflicting demands
• Ability to be flexible and work as part of a team or individually as required
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding of children
• Ability to contribute to the life of each Academy
• Ability to adhere to the Trust’s policies and procedures and most importantly the child protection policy and all health and safety related policies
• Ability to comply with Health and Safety regulations to ensure that all duties are carried out safely.

About The David Ross Education Trust:

The David Ross Education Trust's mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education. We broaden the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities. Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 36 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now: To complete our online application form, please use the ‘apply now’ button. Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or reopening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust. All pre-employment checks are in line with 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' statutory guidance.