At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and repair school buildings and grounds to ensure a safe environment.
- Company: Join a supportive team in two vibrant secondary schools.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, job security, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Flexible hours with a focus on quality and safety.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of students and staff every day.
- Qualifications: Team player with a positive attitude and strong organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 35892 £ per year.
37 hours per week - Monday to Friday (some shift work will feature) – all year round
BANES Grade 5 Scale Point 11 - 17 (£28,142 - £31,022 per annum actual salary)
An exciting opportunity for a Facilities Operative working across two secondary schools under the direction of the Premises Manager to ensure the school’s buildings, contents and grounds are maintained to the highest standards for our pupils, staff and visitors. This is a full time, permanent post.
The role supports the Premises Manager in areas including servicing, procurement, health and safety, contract management and premises development. Duties will include basic maintenance, repair and refurbishment tasks. The post holder will be a master key holder and ensure the school premises are unlocked at the start of each day and securely locked at the end of each day.
The successful candidate should be:
- A team player with a positive outlook and strong work ethic.
- Flexible and receptive to change.
- Able to maintain and manage accurate electronic records.
- Able to reprioritise work at short notice, responding to urgent tasks while undertaking routine tasks.
- Organised and have good time management skills.
- Capable of working with staff from all areas of the academy, external agencies and partner schools.
- Committed to high standards of quality.
CLOSING DATE: Monday 6 July 2026 (9.00 am) (We review all applications on receipt and reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier if we receive sufficient applications)
FACILITIES OPERATIVE in Yeovil employer: Buckler's Mead School
Join our dynamic team as a Facilities Operative, where you will play a vital role in maintaining the high standards of our secondary schools. We offer a supportive work culture that values teamwork and flexibility, alongside opportunities for professional growth and development. Located in a vibrant community, this position not only provides a competitive salary but also the chance to make a meaningful impact on the educational environment for our pupils and staff.
