Facilities Assistant

My client, based in West Drayton is dedicated to helping students with Special Educational Needs and/or social, emotional, and mental health challenges who are at risk of exclusion from mainstream education are seeking a Facilities Assistant to join their team. My client caters to students aged 5 to 19 years and are committed to fostering, nurturing an inclusive environment where every student has the opportunity to thrive.

They are seeking a dedicated Facilities Team Member to join their busy Facilities Team. In this role, you will be responsible for a variety of duties, including driving students and staff, and sharing responsibility for health and safety, security, services, maintenance, repairs, porterage, and managing contractors.

Temporary Position for 6 months initially.

Working Hours:

• 9.00am - 5.30pm (M-Th) and 9.00am - 5.15pm (Fr), with a 45mins unpaid lunch break each day.

Salary

• Hourly rate: £14.84 - £16.75 per hour (equivalent to £27,849 - £31,438 per annum) depending on experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive students and staff as needed
• Ensure health and safety standards are maintained
• Oversee security measures within the school premises
• Manage services, maintenance, and repairs
• Handle porterage duties
• Coordinate with and oversee contractors

Qualifications:

• Clean, driving licence (essential)
• MIDAS certification (desirable, but training can be provided)

Skills and Experience:

• Patience and empathy, with a strong desire to work with students who have additional needs
• Previous experience working with students with Special Educational Needs is highly desirable
• Knowledge of school safeguarding practices is desirable

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A supportive and collaborative work environment

An Adult and Child Enhanced DBS will be checked which we can run for you.

If you would like to apply, please get in touch.