Maintenance Assistant

Maintenance Assistant Hinckley & Nanpantan | Full-Time | Permanent 40 Hours Per Week (£26,769 - £27,498 per annum) Start Date: ASAP We are recruiting for a Maintenance Assistant to join a specialist education provider supporting children and young people with additional needs across multiple sites in the Leicestershire area.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a dedicated team where your work will directly contribute to creating safe, well-maintained and engaging learning environments for pupils and staff. The Role As a Maintenance Assistant, you will play a key role in maintaining school buildings, grounds and facilities to the highest standard.

Working across sites in the Hinckley and Nanpantan areas, with occasional travel to an additional site, you will support the day-to-day upkeep of the premises, ensuring they remain safe, secure and fit for purpose. This is a varied, active role that combines building maintenance, grounds care, health and safety responsibilities and site support duties.

Key Responsibilities Carry out general building repairs and maintenance tasks. Support planned and reactive maintenance works across multiple sites. Undertake basic joinery, plumbing and decorating duties. Assist with grounds maintenance, including grass cutting, litter removal and external upkeep.

Conduct routine inspections and report maintenance issues promptly. Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and site procedures. Support the security of buildings and grounds, including opening and locking duties where required.

Liaise professionally with contractors, staff and visitors. Set up facilities for school events and activities. Maintain accurate maintenance and compliance records. Respond to emergency maintenance issues when required. What We're Looking For Essential

Skills & Experience

Practical maintenance experience within a facilities, estates, caretaking or maintenance role. General knowledge of building maintenance, including basic plumbing and joinery. Understanding of hot and cold-water systems.

Good awareness of health and safety regulations and safe working practices. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. Strong communication and organisational skills. A proactive, reliable and professional approach.

Full UK driving licence and ability to travel between sites. Desirable Experience Previous experience working within a school, college or educational environment. Experience c...

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