Facilities Assistant - Full-time

Leigh Academy Hartley has a fantastic opportunity for a committed and motivated Facilities Assistant to join our collaborative team. This position will assist the wider Estates Team with the care of the academy premises, ranging from general maintenance duties including minor repair and refurbishment works, porterage and other duties, supporting the Facilities Manager in ensuring the health and safety and security of a busy academy. Based at Leigh Academy Hartley, the postholder will also support the Estates Team at Milestone Academy.

Applicants need to be trustworthy, reliable, hardworking, physically fit, conscientious and be able to work independently as well as part of a team. Ideally, you will have good DIY skills, some knowledge of Health & Safety, basic IT skills and an understanding of safeguarding. We offer fantastic CPD opportunities as an academy and as a wider multi-academy trust so can provide support if there are any areas that you may need to be upskilled or trained.

Welcome to Hartley Primary Academy, where we are committed to providing outstanding education in a supportive and nurturing environment. Situated in a picturesque village setting, our two-form entry school prides itself on fostering a sense of community and belonging.
At Hartley, we believe that every child is unique and deserves the opportunity to develop and grow as a learner. We are dedicated to ensuring that all children, regardless of their background or needs, have the chance to achieve their full potential. Our curriculum offer is broad, balanced and bespoke, driven through the lens of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme to foster a love of learning and empower students to take ownership of their educational journey.
We create a safe and inspiring environment where students feel valued, respected, and empowered to be the best they can be. We champion outside-the-box thinking, encourage students to take action alongside their learning, and provide enriching opportunities for them to deepen their understanding and skills. Learning is enriched and embedded through the use of our lovely outdoor environment, consisting of woodlands, a pond and grassy areas, which not only supports development but also helps our children's sense of well-being.
As proud members of Leigh Academies Trust, we benefit from collaboration and access to cutting-edge technology and resources that enhance learning and prepare students for the future. Our children are encouraged to be balanced, caring, open minded and reflective. We want them to become well rounded, confident, independent citizens who show respect for others and are able to contribute positively to the community, both locally and globally.
Our motto - 'Happy, Positive Achievers - Creating a better world together' underpins the values for all in the academy and we invite you to join us on this exciting journey of discovery and growth.

Benefits of working as a Facilities Assistant at a Leigh Academies Trust site;
+ Full company closure and time off between Christmas and New Year
+ You'll be part of a friendly and supportive team
+ A flexible and proactive ethos
+ Training and qualifications supported/encouraged
+ Mileage allowance for travel between sites
+ Paid overtime
+ Generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme)
+ Free, on-site parking at every site
+ Dedicated site office
This is a permanent role and our ideal candidate will be able to work 37 hours per week, full year. The salary being offered based on this will be £24,404.