Facilities Assistant

We are looking for reliable and hands-on Facilities Assistants to join the team at New City College’s Hackney Campus on a full-time basis. These positions are essential in ensuring the campus remains safe, clean, secure and fully operational for students, staff and visitors. You will support day-to-day facilities functions including basic repairs, routine maintenance, room setups, equipment moves and wider site duties.

Hackney Campus is a modern, spacious and vibrant site located in Hoxton, close to London’s creative, business and technology hubs. The campus offers industry-standard facilities, including large construction workshops, creative and media suites, the OKN1 training restaurant, cafés, social spaces and a fully equipped gym. It is well connected by public transport, making it an accessible and welcoming environment for learners from all backgrounds.

As a Facilities Assistant, you will play a vital role in maintaining this dynamic, high-traffic campus and ensuring students have the best possible environment in which to learn and thrive. We are recruiting for both full time and part time Facilities Assistant positions at Hackney Campus. Applicants may be considered for a single post or a combination of hours, depending on availability and preference. If you would like to be considered for part time hours or a full-time post, please state this in your personal statement.

• Carry out minor repairs, basic maintenance and decoration tasks.
• Support mail handling, goods deliveries and general duties.
• Assist with furniture moves, room setups and safe equipment storage.
• Maintain internal and external areas, reporting defects promptly.
• Support cleaning, grounds maintenance and safe removal of hazardous materials when required.
• Travel to other campuses as needed and participate in enrolment, exam invigilation and open events.

• Experience in facilities, maintenance, or a similar support role.
• Basic DIY and repair abilities.
• Safe manual handling awareness.
• Good communication, teamwork and organisational skills.
• Reliability, attention to detail and a positive, proactive attitude.

• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent).
• Basic IT, literacy and numeracy skills.

• Pension: New City College provides a career average pension scheme for all staff (TPS or LGPS).
• Accessibility: All college sites are easily accessible for wheelchair users and via public transport (bus, DLR, or tube).
• On-Site Facilities: Free access to on-site gym facilities at some campuses and on-site cafes serving subsidised food and drinks.
• Staff Development: Five CPD (Continuing Professional Development) days per year, with access to industry-standard facilities and a collaborative working environment.
• Financial Perks: Interest-free loans for annual travel season tickets. Health cash plan (reimbursement for dental, optical, and therapy treatments) and a completely confidential Employee assistance program.
• Discounts: Save money on day-to-day expenses, shopping, dining out, DIY, and travel.

New City College is proud to be an Ofsted Outstanding college, the largest in England to receive this top rating. With campuses across east London, south-west Essex, and two language schools, we are a sector leader in further education. Joining NCC means becoming part of a forward-thinking, collaborative team committed to delivering high-quality education and skills that benefit our students and communities.

We offer industry-standard facilities, expert staff, and strong partnerships with leading organisations. Our focus on future-ready skills and technology ensures students are well-prepared for higher education or employment, and employers trust us for staff training and development.

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and actively welcome applications from candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds. This does not prevent any other candidate with or without a protective characteristic from applying for our jobs.

As the College supports a number of children and vulnerable adults, all staff are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Accordingly, all staff will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, along with a check of the Children’s Barred List if engaged in regulated activity. Any offers of appointment may be withdrawn if these checks prove unsatisfactory. Self-disclosure will be required as part of the recruitment process. Failure to make a full disclosure or to provide sight of your DBS certificate may result in the withdrawal of your offer of employment.