Facilities Assistant

Hovingham Primary School, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS8 3QY

11 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  26 June 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  15 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Catering, cleaning and site management
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £24,413.00 Annually (FTE)

Facilities Assistant job summary

Facilities Assistant

Hovingham Primary School
Grade A1-A3 | 25 hours per week
Permanent | Term time + 15 additional days

About our school

Hovingham Primary School is a vibrant, inclusive and welcoming school at the heart of our community. We are proud of our diverse intake and the strong relationships we build with children, families and staff. As part of Owlcotes Multi-Academy Trust, we are committed to ensuring every child thrives in a safe, nurturing and aspirational environment.

Our values of respect, responsibility, resilience and kindness underpin everything we do. We are looking to appoint someone who shares these values and will contribute positively to our school community.

About the role

We are seeking to appoint a reliable, proactive and hardworking Facilities Assistant to support the smooth day-to-day running of our school site.

Working under the direction of the Superintendent and senior staff, you will play an important role in maintaining a safe, secure and well-presented environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

Key responsibilities include:

• Opening, closing and securing the school site, including routine security checks and alarm operation
• Supporting the maintenance and upkeep of the building and grounds
• Carrying out minor repairs and general maintenance (e.g. basic plumbing, changing light fittings, DIY tasks)
• Assisting with cleaning duties, waste disposal, litter picking and keeping external areas safe (including gritting in winter)
• Preparing rooms and moving furniture/equipment for lessons, events and lettings
• Supporting contractors on site and ensuring works are completed safely
• Identifying and reporting faults, hazards and maintenance issues
• Supporting the smooth running of lettings and site use outside of the school day

What we are looking for

The successful candidate will:

• Have practical DIY or maintenance skills
• Be able to work independently and as part of a team
• Be organised, reliable and able to manage a varied workload
• Take pride in maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment
• Demonstrate a positive, professional attitude and good communication skills
• Have an understanding of health and safety requirements
• Be physically able to carry out manual tasks, including moving equipment and furniture

Previous experience in a caretaking, site or facilities role is desirable but not essential.

What we can offer

• A welcoming and supportive staff team
• A positive and inclusive working environment
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• The opportunity to be part of a successful Multi-Academy Trust

Safeguarding statement

Hovingham Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Hovingham Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: Up to 764 pupils
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Hovingham Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/hovingham-primary-school-leeds

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