Maintenance Assistant Location: Hinckley and Nanpantan, Leicestershire Salary: £26,769.60 - £27,497.60 per annum (£12.87 - £13.22 per hour), depending on skills and experience Contract: Permanent, full-time Hours: 40 hours per week Start Date: ASAP About the Role We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Maintenance Assistant to join a dedicated estates team within a specialist education setting supporting children and young people aged 5-19 with additional needs, including autism, social, emotional and mental health needs, and communication and interaction difficulties. Working primarily across two established school sites, with occasional travel to an additional developing site, you will play a key role in maintaining a safe, secure, welcoming and well-maintained environment for pupils, staff and visitors. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team and contribute to an educational environment where children and young people are encouraged to learn, develop and thrive. Key Responsibilities Carry out general maintenance, repairs and planned preventative maintenance across school buildings and grounds. Ensure facilities are maintained to a high standard and remain safe, secure and fit for purpose. Undertake routine site inspections and identify maintenance issues requiring attention. Support compliance with relevant health and safety legislation, regulations and procedures. Liaise with contractors and monitor maintenance work to ensure it is completed appropriately. Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs and maintenance activities. Respond promptly to urgent maintenance issues and emergencies. Help maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors. Work collaboratively with colleagues to support the effective day-to-day running of the school sites. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy. Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained. You must have legal right to work in the UK
School Maintenance Operative in Hinckley employer: Spencer Clarke Group
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