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LEIGH ACADEMIES TRUST
Facilities Assistant
Paddock Wood, Kent
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 3 hours ago
- Salary
- £24,404 - Annum
- Recruiter
- LEIGH ACADEMIES TRUST
- Closes
- 06 Oct 2025
- Course
- No
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Are you a hands-on, reliable individual with a passion for keeping things running smoothly? Do you enjoy a role where no two days are the same? Mascalls Academy is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Facilities Assistant to join our welcoming and supportive Estates Team as soon as possible.
This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a vibrant secondary academy that’s part of the forward-thinking Leigh Academies Trust. You'll play a key role in maintaining a safe, efficient, and welcoming environment for students and staff – a role that’s highly valued and truly rewarding.
What you’ll be doing:
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Supporting the day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of the academy buildings and grounds
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Carrying out minor repairs, maintenance, and refurbishment tasks
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Assisting with porterage and event setups
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Supporting health, safety, and security routines across the site
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Being a vital part of a team that keeps the academy running safely and efficiently
What we’re looking for:
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A proactive, trustworthy, and hard-working team player
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Good general DIY and maintenance skills
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A basic understanding of Health & Safety and safeguarding (training provided if needed)
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Physically fit and able to work both independently and as part of a team
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Basic IT skills are a bonus – but not essential
Previous facilities or caretaking experience is useful but not essential – if you’ve got the right attitude, we’ll support you with the training you need.
What’s in it for you?
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25 days annual leave + bank holidays (rising to 30 days with service)
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Paid overtime and mileage allowance for travel between sites
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Company-wide closure over Christmas – enjoy the festive season!
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A dedicated site office and on-site parking
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Fantastic pension scheme via the Local Government Pension Scheme
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Full support for training, qualifications, and career progression
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Be part of a friendly, proactive team with a flexible, can-do culture
Ad ID: 5416911922
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