At a Glance
- Tasks: Support site maintenance to ensure a safe and clean environment for students and staff.
- Company: Lakelands Academy, part of Telford & Wrekin Council, dedicated to student welfare.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 24 days annual leave, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Flexible hours with potential for evening and weekend work; commitment to safeguarding required.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in a vibrant educational setting while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Health and Safety qualifications and experience in building maintenance preferred.
The predicted salary is between 26824 - 28142 £ per year.
We are hoping to recruit a successful candidate for the following position:
Salary: Grade 6 Point 8-11 £26,824 - £28,142 per annum, pro rata
Actual Salary: £21,742 – 22,821 per annum
Hours of Work: 30 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year (6.50 hours per day). These will vary and include evening, early morning, weekend and bank holiday work as the service demands and is a requirement of this post.
Annual Leave: 24 days (to increase to 29 days after 5 years’ service)
Contract Term: Permanent
Commencement date: As soon as possible
Key roles and responsibilities:
- To support the delivery of a quality site service and maintenance for the whole academy site to provide a safe, clean, attractive and secure learning and working environment for pupils, staff and visitors.
- To support with the practical implementation of measures to ensure the Academy complies with legal requirements relating to buildings and to the health, safety, security and welfare of staff, pupils and visitors.
- To be flexible and able to work additional hours to assist in the staffing of lettings and events hosted by the Academy.
The ideal candidate will have:
- A Health and Safety qualification including Manual Handling, working at height, COSHH, PAT and Fire Marshall training or willingness to undertake.
- A working knowledge of building and health and safety legislation.
- Professional experience or a relevant qualification relating to the building trade, utilities, plumbing or carpentry.
- Experience of working in a school or educational environment.
- The ability to carry out physical and demanding work.
- The ability to be flexible, work shift patterns, additional and/or unsociable hours as required.
The post holder will comply with safeguarding policies and procedures and be able to recognise safeguarding signs, report any disclosures & safeguarding concerns immediately to the DSL and monitor students’ safety at all times.
This Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS). It is a criminal offence to knowingly apply to work with children when disqualified.
Applicants should be aware that, as part of our safer recruitment due diligence, we might undertake online searches.
To apply for this position or for more information please contact Alison Skone or Hannah Young on 01691 622543. Please send your completed application form to finance@lak.318education.co.uk or via post to the address above by the closing date. Please note that receipt of applications will not be acknowledged.
Closing date – Midday, Monday 22nd June 2026
Interviews to be held – week beginning 29th June 2026
Site Maintenance Assistant - Lakelands Academy in Ellesmere employer: WMJobs
Lakelands Academy is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional growth of its staff. With a commitment to providing a safe and secure learning environment, employees benefit from a supportive work culture, competitive salary, and generous annual leave that increases with service. Located in the picturesque Ellesmere, Shropshire, the Academy offers unique opportunities for flexible working hours and involvement in community events, making it a rewarding place to contribute to the education sector.
