Facilities Assistant

Job Description 

It is expected that the post holder will carry out her/his responsibilities within this framework.

Job descriptions are subject to review and amendment.

Responsible to: Facilities Manager (FM)

FUNCTION OF THE POST:

To assist the Facilities Manager in the management of the general provision of a safe, clean, warm and secure environment for premises users and authorised visitors. To assist in the management of the building and grounds, the provision of direct services, information and advice, as detailed below. It is desirable that the post holder will have a basic knowledge of carpentry, electrical, plumbing or mechanical maintenance systems and the repair of such systems.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. To assist the FM in the maintenance and monitoring of the site, premises, including grounds, buildings, fixtures and fittings and furniture.

2. To manage work pro-actively through the written routines and FM email system, including all planned and reactive maintenance.

3. To be responsible for liaising with contractors for building works and ensuring all works is completed to a satisfactory standard.

4. To be responsible for maintaining a safe and healthy working environment, with knowledge of the use and maintenance of fire panel and fire-fighting equipment, the identification of existing or potential hazards and their elimination.

5. To assist in ensuring that the statutory and non-statutory plant and equipment tests and inspections are completed at appropriate times thus ensuring that the school complies with legal requirements.

6. To assist the FM in managing for the Planned Maintenance of mechanical, electrical and heating services in the school, including usage and monitoring of heating and hot water plant, ventilation equipment, lifts and lights as per the school maintenance plan.

7. To be responsible in assisting the FM for the health and safety Risk Assessments with regard to the general areas of the school.

8. To be responsible for carrying out planned statutory compliance testing as required by the FM.

9. To be responsible for the security of the premises including keeping an accurate record of any breaches of security.

10. To assist in the monitoring of the cleaning contractors and report to the FM any failing in standards.

11. To liaise with staff, students, visitors and external agencies in a professional and friendly manner.

12. To perform any other duties commensurate with the post, as directed by the FM and carry out tasks where qualified, following Health and Safety regulations and guidelines.

The postholder will be expected to agree to training on the Building Management System as and when necessary. 

Job specification 

Please download the vacancy information pack via the link below for a full breakdown of the requirements of this role. 

Training

The site team will be trained to carry out their duties, including the following;

• Toolbox talks
• Manual Handling
• Working at Heights
• Personal protective equipment

An annual training matrix for all staff is created by the FM.

This training is a combination of in-house bespoke sessions, supplemented by specialist external courses where required.

Application process

· Contact the Facilities Manager John Amos via the email address jobs@maryleboneschool.org if you would like more information or a telephone conversation about the school or the position. 

· Please send your application form and cover letter to jobs@maryleboneschool.org. Please note that CVs will not be considered. 

· The deadline for all applications is 5.00pm on Friday 7 December 2018. 

Interview process

• We will  only interview candidates who provide 2 satisfactory referees.
• We will  inform all candidates of the outcome of their application and provide feedback to those who are unsuccessful.
• The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check in line with the school’s commitment to safer recruitment and its child protection and safeguarding policies.