At a Glance
- Tasks: Keep our schools running smoothly with maintenance, security, and health checks.
- Company: Join HEART Academies Trust, a supportive and community-focused educational organisation.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, wellbeing days, free gym access, and more perks.
- Other info: Flexible hours with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference in education while working in a collaborative and inclusive environment.
- Qualifications: No specific qualifications needed, just a proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
About HEART Academies Trust
HEART Academies Trust formed in 2017 and currently consists of one secondary school, Bedford Academy and five partner primary schools, Cauldwell School, Goldington Green Academy, Shackleton Primary, Shortstown Primary and Wilstead Primary. We are a non‑profit making charitable company sponsored by the Harpur Trust, one of the largest charities in the UK. With a proven track‑record in education through their ownership and management of four Harpur Trust private schools in Bedford and as a sponsor of Bedford Academy since its creation in 2010, they are the perfect partner to support HEART Academies Trust as we grow. HEART Academies Trust supports continuity of education within the community. Adopting a ‘stronger together’ approach and a commitment to positive collaboration enables each academy within the Trust to celebrate what they already do well whilst providing opportunities to ensure continued development and improvement across all academies within the Trust.
What we offer:
- Paid wellbeing day per year.
- £200 Refer a friend scheme, tech scheme and cycle to work scheme.
- Employee assist programme.
- Generous pension and a competitive salary.
- Free gym, shower and parking facilities.
- Free tea, coffee, breakfast and eye tests.
- An open and collaborative working environment with an inclusive workplace.
- An excellent catering provision.
- A commitment to environmental sustainability.
Responsibilities:
- Undertake the opening and closing of Trust premises and maintain site security procedures.
- Undertake general maintenance repairs, decorating and grounds upkeep.
- Operate systems such as heating, lighting, ventilation etc.
- Complete various mandatory health & safety checks including those related to fire and security systems, COSHH, water hygiene, electric, gas etc.
- Be proactive and enthusiastic in undertaking training to improve and enhance skills.
25 hours all year around Monday - Friday 12:00 - 17:00
Facilities Maintenance Assistant in Bedford employer: HEART Academies Trust
HEART Academies Trust is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, we offer generous benefits such as paid wellbeing days, a competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth within our community-focused educational framework. Our inclusive culture, combined with unique perks like free gym access and a focus on environmental sustainability, makes HEART Academies Trust a rewarding place to work for those passionate about making a difference in education.
