We are seeking a reliable and proactive Facilities Assistant to support the day‑to‑day running of our campus facilities. This role is essential in helping us maintain a safe, clean, and well‑operated environment for students, staff, and visitors.
The successful candidate will work as part of the Estates & Facilities team, carrying out a range of duties including general maintenance support, waste management, room setups, routine checks, and responding to daily operational requests.
Key Responsibilities
Provide general facilities support across the campus, including minor repairs, furniture moves, and room setups.
Assist with waste and recycling processes, ensuring all areas are kept clean, tidy, and compliant with College procedures.
Respond promptly to daily service requests and helpdesk jobs raised by staff.
Carry out routine building checks, reporting defects or hazards to the Facilities Co‑ordinator.
Undertake regular testing of equipment and systems, including fire alarms, water systems, heating systems, and other relevant equipment, ensuring all testing is completed in line with College procedures and compliance requirements.
Support health & safety requirements, including fire safety procedures and safe storage of materials/equipment.
Unlocking and securing buildings/rooms (where required).
Support wider Estates & Facilities projects as directed by line management.
The successful candidate will have a minimum Level 1 qualification or equivalent in maths and English and/or an NVQ Level 1 (or equivalent).
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. 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.