Facilities Assistant

College
Leicester College
Location
Leicester, Leicestershire
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Salary
£22,653 - £24,159 per annum
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
Expires
31st March 2024 11:59 PM
Contract Type
Permanent
Job ID
1409484
Job Reference
Req001154
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
  • Contract Type :Permanent
  • Job ID: 1409484

Facilities Assistant. Full time. 37 hours per week. Alternate shift pattern and occasional weekend work. 

This is an opportunity to join our Facilities Team as a Facilities Assistant. You will have responsibility for the security of the College buildings and provide high quality porterage and facilities services to the College across all campuses and outreach centres.  

The successful candidate will provide a high standard of customer service and communication to support the work and learning of our staff and students. You should be able to demonstrate a flexible and adaptable approach to work, with a positive and solution focused attitude.  

You should have experience of working in a facilities service and be familiar with relevant procedures and equipment. Committed to delivering high standards of cleaning, security and promoting a safe working environment for our staff and students. 

The successful candidate will have a minimum Level 1 qualification or equivalent in maths and English and/or an NVQ Level 1 (or equivalent).  

Closing date:  31 March 2024 

Interviews:     TBC

Previous applicants need not apply. 

Benefits we offer: 

  • 41 days holiday
  • Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme 
  • Discounted shopping and rewards 
  • Wellbeing services and support 
  • On-site nurseries 
  • Excellent training and development opportunities 

We are one of the largest Further Education Colleges in the UK with more than 20,000 students studying with us on a wide range of courses. Our mission: Developing skills, supporting businesses, engaging communities, changing lives. 

Leicester College is proud of its diverse workforce and welcomes applications from the whole community.  

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Please note all vacancies close at midnight on the closing date specified. 

We aim to complete shortlisting for this role within 5 days after the closing date. You will be contacted via the email address you provide on your application form as to the outcome of your application. Please remember to check your spam email box if you haven’t heard from us. 

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Safeguarding Statement:

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. All positions are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure that is considered satisfactory by the College. If you are appointed you must reimburse the College of the cost of a Disclosure and Barring Service check (previously Criminal Records Bureau). The cost will automatically be deducted from your first salary payment. You are also required to subscribe to and pay for the on line DBS Update Service.