Facilities Assistant

Our School Uxbridge High School is a vibrant and ambitious school delivering a   gold standard education   t hat enriches students academically, socially, and emotionally.  Proud to Make Success Happen , we work with students, families, and staff to ensure every student reaches their potential. We take pride in our diverse and ambitious students, our dedicated staff, and strong community partnerships Our  PROUD values Positive, Respectful, Open-minded, Unique and Determined , guide all aspects of school life. Uxbridge High School Academy Trust is committed to creating an environment where staff feel supported, challenged, and valued. This is reflected in our  gold standard approach   to teaching, curriculum, and professional development. Our  People Strategy.  outlines how we invest in and value staff as an essential part of the school community. The Department The Facilities Department at Uxbridge High School plays a vital role in ensuring a safe, clean, and well-maintained environment that supports effective teaching and learning. Responsible for the day-to-day management of the school site , the team oversees the upkeep of buildings, grounds, and equipment, ensuring all areas are fit for purpose and compliant with health and safety standards. The Position We are looking to appoint a proactive and reliable Facilities Assistant to join our Facilities Team. This is a varied and hands-on role that plays a vital part in ensuring our school remains safe, secure , well-maintained and welcoming for students, staff, visitors and community users. Working as part of a team, you will undertake a wide range of duties including security, site inspections, maintenance, minor repairs, porterage, event support, lettings and customer service. We welcome applications from candidates with experience in maintenance, caretaking, facilities, estates, construction, engineering, customer service or similar environments. Above all, we are looking for someone with a positive attitude, a strong work ethic and a willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school. HOURS OF WORK/FLEXIBLE WORKING We welcome applications from those seeking flexible working. Full-time employment Part-time employment School-hours working patterns e.g. 9am to 3pm Term-time plus additional weeks Flexible working arrangements that support family and other commitments Full-time staff work a shift pattern that covers the hours of 7am to 9pm Monday to Friday and 8am to 4pm on Saturday. Please note that the school reserves the right to close this vacancy prior to the stated deadline should a sufficient number of applications be received. Early application is therefore strongly advised.