At a Glance
- Tasks: Help maintain a vibrant school environment for students with diverse needs.
- Company: Join the exciting new Ardenwood School, part of The Secret Garden School.
- Benefits: Enjoy 35 days holiday, flexible benefits, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Receive comprehensive training and enjoy great career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while working in a beautiful setting.
- Qualifications: Basic maintenance skills and a positive, team-oriented attitude.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
Being a maintenance worker in our school means being part of something big. You'll be doing your bit to make sure the school building is a great place to be for our young people. Opening in Autumn term 2026, Ardenwood School will operate as the primary campus of The Secret Garden School, an all through school, spanning primary and secondary across two sites. Ardenwood is a purpose-built, state-of-the-art primary campus and will cater for up to 40 pupils with a wide range of needs, including autism and social, emotional and mental health needs. This new exciting opportunity serves Coventry and the wider communities; you are at the heart of its development. Our aim is to ensure that every pupil will continue to receive an outstanding educational experience, with individual progress, care and wellbeing at the centre of everything we do.
Qualifications
- Have some maintenance skills, either professionally or as a DIY enthusiast
- Have a can do attitude—a team player who rolls up sleeves to help others
- Be confident taking responsibility for buying smaller pieces of maintenance equipment
- Willing to undertake Health & Safety and other relevant training
Benefits
- Training: A full induction and on the job training
- Holiday: 35 days holiday including bank holidays
- Flexible benefits: ability to increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance
- Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice, including employee assistance
- Medical cover: claim back the cost of items such as opticians or dentist appointment and discounts
- Beautiful working environment with the very best facilities
- Friend referral scheme offering a £1,000 bonus every time
Premises Assistant in Birmingham employer: The Witherslack Group
At Ardenwood School, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. As a Premises Assistant, you will play a vital role in creating a safe and welcoming space for our pupils, while benefiting from extensive training, generous holiday allowances, and a focus on employee wellbeing. With a commitment to personal growth and a beautiful, state-of-the-art campus, joining our team means being part of a meaningful mission that truly makes a difference in the lives of young people in Coventry and beyond.
