At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure the safety and cleanliness of our educational buildings and grounds.
- Company: Join Olive Academies, a supportive environment focused on education.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time hours, and a permanent contract.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career growth and contributing to student welfare.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in a school setting while developing valuable skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in maintenance and a commitment to safety.
The predicted salary is between 31537 - 33699 £ per year.
Olive Academies - Suffolk are seeking a highly efficient Facilities Assistant who will be responsible for the security, ongoing maintenance, safety and cleanliness of the educational buildings and grounds.
Responsibilities
- Site Maintenance and Compliance: maintain buildings and grounds through repairs, housekeeping routines, landscaping, fault log completion, basic plumbing/carpentry tasks, and management of compliance areas such as PAT testing, water systems, access control and boiler servicing.
- Safeguarding and Safety: prioritise pupil and staff safety through secure site access, regular fire and H&S checks, incident recording, contractor safeguarding checks, and appropriate emergency responses (including first aid).
- Facilities and Operations Management: oversee cleaning services, manage deliveries, ensure effective heating and building functionality, and maintain an environment that supports both efficient staff working and high-quality learning.
- Support for School Functioning: Contribute to the smooth running of the school by assisting with operational tasks and pupil welfare needs where required, including duties such as minibus driving.
Closing date: 4 pm, 20 July 2026. Interview date: 27 July 2026.
Facilities Assistant in Stowmarket employer: Suffolk County Council
At Sendsory, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for our team of Cognition and Learning Practitioners. Located in Ipswich, Suffolk, we offer competitive salaries, six training days per year, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children with SEND. Our commitment to professional development and a child-focused culture ensures that every employee can grow and thrive while contributing to a nurturing educational setting.
