Job Role: Facilities Assistant
Starting: October 2026
Responsible to: Site Manager
Responsible for: Buildings & Site facilities services
Hours of Work: Shift pattern (alternate weeks: 6.30am-2:30pm and 11:30am-7.30pm, Fridays finish 2pm and 7pm)
During the school holidays the hours move to a day shift pattern for all facilities staff as the school is open from 7am-4.30pm.
Contract: Permanent, all year round - 37 hrs Monday - Friday
Rate: Grade 4 SCP 7-10: £27,274 - £28,608 per annum
We are looking for a reliable, adaptable and hard working individual to proactively assist with the delivery of the Facilities Management Services within the school in order to maintain a high standard of functionality and premises upkeep.
You would be working as part of a team to:
- Ensure the site is operational
- Secure all buildings and the site itself as required
- Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and tidiness on the site
- Keep storage facilities and plant rooms well organised
- Provide general portage duties to meet deadlines
- Comply with and promote good health and safety procedures for the facilities management team, teaching and leisure staff, contractors and their working practices
- Report on the quality of subcontractor's work/service provision to the Site Manager
- Embrace the campus’s educational requirements ensuring the teaching staff and students are at the forefront of our service provision
- Provide a responsive and professional customer service
- Keep customers informed of progress of work using clear, informative detail
- General making good of building fixture and fittings
- Positively and professionally represent Midsomer Norton Schools’ Partnership at all times
Assist the Maintenance Technicians with the undertaking of:
- General repair and maintenance work in connection with building fabric, mechanical and electrical services
- Installation/alteration/refurbishment works
What we offer:
- Contributory salary pension scheme (local government)
- Access to the cycle to work scheme
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme - a strictly free and confidential short-term counselling and support service
Early applications are encouraged as we may close the advert before the closing date should we find the right candidate.
Closing date: 9am Friday 9th October 2026
Interviews: to be confirmed
Facilities Assistant in Radstock employer: Norton Hill School
Join our vibrant educational community as an Office Manager and Work Placement Coordinator, where you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our students. With a strong focus on employee well-being, we offer a contributory salary pension scheme, access to a cycle to work scheme, and a confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Our collaborative work culture encourages innovation and personal growth, making it an ideal environment for those looking to make a meaningful impact in education.
