Facilities Assistant - The Carlton Academy
Redhill Academy Trust pay scale BAND 6-Scale Point 29-32
37 hours per week - Full time, Permanent, All year round Monday-Friday shifts between 6am and 6.30pm
Required from- As soon as possible
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a reliable and proactive Facilities Assistant to join our dedicated team, helping to maintain a safe, secure and welcoming environment where pupils and staff can thrive.
About you…
You will be a reliable, hardworking and proactive individual who takes pride in maintaining a safe, clean and welcoming environment. Able to work independently as well as part of a team, you will have a practical approach to problem-solving and a commitment to high standards.
The successful candidate will possess good communication and organisational skills, be flexible in their approach to work, and demonstrate the ability to carry out a range of site maintenance, security and housekeeping duties. You will understand the importance of health and safety and be committed to supporting the wellbeing of our pupils, staff and visitors.
Previous experience in a facilities, caretaking, maintenance or site support role would be advantageous; however, we welcome applications from individuals who can demonstrate the skills, enthusiasm and willingness to learn required to succeed in the role.
- Supportive teams and professional networks
- High-quality CPD through the Redhill Teaching Hub
- Personalised appraisal via our ‘My Contribution’ scheme
- Recognition and celebration of your achievements
Our mission is simple: Working together to help all our students achieve their best - now and in the future. We’re proud to serve our communities with high-performing academies that transform lives and opportunities. Learn more: Redhill Academy Trust - Mission & Values
As a Facilities Assistant you’ll:
Provide caretaking support to the academy, ensuring the security and general appearance of the buildings and surrounding areas are maintained in accordance with the required standards.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Site Security and Safety
To assume key holder responsibilities, opening and closing the academy as and when required (including evening and weekend lettings for commercial functions).
Ensuring the security of the premises and contents.
Responding to intruder alarms and emergencies.
Having awareness of Health and Safety issues to safeguard self and other users of the school.
Carrying out Fire/Water safety checks as requested by Facilities Manager.
Liaise with ground staff, contractors, Trust colleagues as necessary.
Maintenance of the Academy Buildings
Sharing responsibility for day-to-day maintenance of the buildings.
General repair and maintenance as requested by the site manager.
Painting and decorating as necessary.
To undertake porterage tasks as necessary such as setting out furniture for examinations/assemblies/evening functions.
Prompt removal of graffiti.
Ensuring external areas are clean and tidy.
Clearing snow and ice as necessary.
Assisting with delivery of equipment/supplies to designated areas.
To organise and undertake on a pre-planned basis the stripping, resealing and polishing of floors, washing of walls and cleaning of furniture during the school holiday period.
Maintenance of Heating Systems
Attending to the heating of the premises as necessary.
Ensuring boiler plant equipment is properly cleaned maintained.
Ensuring adequate supplies of fuel are maintained.
General
Deputising for the Facilities Manager as necessary.
Attendance at staff meetings and INSET activities where relevant.
To uphold and actively support the academy’s policies and procedures.
Undertake any other duties which might be reasonably be regarded as within the responsibilities of the post, subject to the proviso that any changes of a permanent nature shall be incorporated into the job description in specific terms.
This role involves working in regulated activity with children and an enhanced DBS clearance is required for this position.
For further details regarding this post please contact Dean Grimshaw on 0115 9550010
Redhill Academy Trust is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS and child barred list checks, candidate online search and successful references.
Facilities Site Assistant in Carlton employer: Redhill Academy Trust
The Bolsover School, as part of the Redhill Academy Trust, is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a safe and supportive environment for both students and staff. With a strong emphasis on professional development and employee wellbeing, we offer numerous growth opportunities within a collaborative work culture that values compassion and communication. Located in a vibrant community, our school provides a unique chance to make a meaningful impact on students' lives while being supported by a committed team.
