Facilities Assistant

Job Overview

I am excited to share that we are currently looking for a permanent Facilities Assistant to join our Premises Team, under the guidance of the Facilities Manager. The Facilities Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting our esteemed educational facility in Kent. The position entails a commitment of 37 hours per week from Monday to Friday, with a typical working pattern of 8 am until 4 pm. The role may involve working across both campuses as required, and shift work may be necessary for covering holidays and any sickness. The salary for this position aligns with Kent Scale C.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the school grounds, carrying out minor repairs and routine maintenance.
• Supervise external contractors while they are on site.
• Act as a key holder, ensuring the building is secure at the end of each day.
• Perform spot and emergency cleaning to maintain hygiene standards.
• Regularly check and empty rubbish bins located around the site.
• Undertake repairs and maintenance when necessary.
• Ensure that paths, access points, and entrances are clear of snow, ice, or dangerous substances to guarantee safe passage.
• Conduct litter picking around the site to maintain its cleanliness.
• Verify that all arrangements for securing the premises and contents are in place.
• Receive and check goods and supplies, distributing them as necessary.
• Monitor and ensure the efficient working of heating and lighting in the plant, focusing on energy saving throughout the school.
• Report any defects in buildings, furniture, fittings, and plant to the line manager for further instructions.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS required.
• UK residents only.
• Experience of dealing with secondary school students (desirable).
• Excellent communication ability.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently.
• Well organized and apt in problem-solving.
• Reliable & flexible.

Location & Working Conditions

The Facilities Assistant will be based near High Brooms Station TN2 3XE, United Kingdom, in the Royal Tunbridge Wells area, Kent. The role is a permanent position with a weekly commitment of 37 hours from Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4 pm, with flexibility required for shift work to cover holidays and sickness. Salary is Kent Scale C, with overtime hours paid at the appropriate rate.