Facilities Assistant

Description

Facilities Assistant Location: Solihull - Shirley areaSalary: GBP26,000 - GBP28,000 (based on performance)Days/Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (8:00am - 4:00pm)Contract: Full-time, year-round with additional holiday weeksStart Date: Immediate - October 2025 at the latest

We're looking for a proactive and hands-on Facilities Administrator to help maintain a safe, clean, and secure environment for pupils and staff. This is a key role for someone who takes pride in ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.

Your Role Will Include:

Daily site checks, unlocking/locking, and maintaining school buildings and grounds.

Carrying out repairs and maintenance or coordinating external contractors.

Monitoring health and safety compliance, fire and alarm checks, and routine maintenance logs.

Providing basic IT and equipment support, liaising with external IT providers when needed.

Supporting the school community, ensuring the premises are safe, welcoming, and efficient.

We're Looking For:

Strong practical and maintenance skills with a proactive approach.

Knowledge of health and safety principles in a school or similar setting.

Good organisation and record-keeping skills.

Team player with great communication and problem-solving abilities.

Flexible and reliable - able to adapt to changing school needs.

About the School:An inclusive and nurturing specialist school with an emphasis on safety, respect, and teamwork. Staff here are valued, well supported, and encouraged to make a difference every day.

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

Long-term, stable work with the potential for a permanent role.

Full-time consistency in one school - no day-to-day supply.

A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.

Interview opportunities directly with the school leadership team.

Access to free CPD training, including Understanding Autism, Behaviour Management, and professional refreshers.

Next Steps - Our 4-Step Process

Apply - Submit your CV via the application page.

Initial Call - Our team will discuss your experience and preferences.

Interview - Meet with the school leadership team to explore the fit.

Start Work - If successful, you'll begin your new role.

All applicants will need a valid DBS and two references to be considered.If this role isn't suitable, please contact Tim at Long Term Futures to discuss your ideal job role.

Ad ID: 5417343585