Facilities Assistant

Facilities Assistant Location: Barnhill Community High School Salary: £33,651 per annum (Scale 4, NJC 7) Contract Type: Full -time, permanent Working Weeks: All year round Hours: 40 hours per week - Working hours will operate on a rota basis rather than being contractually fixed. About Us: Barnhill is a heavily oversubscribed, high performing school that places wellbeing and quality of life at the heart of its ethos. Barnhill performs in and around the top 5% of schools in the country and was judged to be outstanding by Ofsted in February 2024. The sixth form was judged to be a very strong aspect of the school in the inspection. Barnhill is part of Middlesex Learning Partnership, a multi-academy trust which is dedicated to providing exceptional educational opportunities for young people, fostering inclusive learning environments, and nurturing a strong sense of community. With three schools under our care—Barnhill High School, Belmore Primary, and William Byrd Primary—our mission is to ensure every child has access to outstanding facilities that inspire success. Staff Wellbeing: We have a very well thought of staff wellbeing that focusses on allowing staff to concentrate on their work without unnecessary impediment. In addition to this there is a range of supportive measures such marking from home, wellbeing events and staff celebrations. The Role: The Facilities Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the Trust Estates Manager to ensure the smooth functioning, safety, and cleanliness of the school site. The role involves housekeeping, setup, logistics, security, maintenance and compliance with health and safety regulation to maintain a safe, efficient, and operational environment for all users. Key Responsibilities: Site Maintenance & Security: Under the direction of the Estates Manager, carry out a programme of planned preventative maintenance (PPM). Monitor contractor standards on-site and report deviations to the Estates Manager. Ensure the maintenance, presentation, and security of the school building and grounds. Open and close the premises as required for routine and non-routine activities. Act as a key holder, responding to emergencies such as break-ins, fire alarms, or other urgent issues. Health and Safety Compliance: Perform routine health and safety checks and planned maintenance of the site. Keeping water testing records - recording monthly temperature checks for all taps in accordance with the Water Risk Assessment. Flushing and TMV temperature checks (to prevent scolding) per schedule. Maintain and update health and safety documentation, including COSHH records, risk assessments, permits, and method statements. Ensure safe handling and use of tools, equipment, and chemicals in line with COSHH regulations. Assist with health and safety risk assessments and recommend improvements. General Maintenance & Repairs: Carry out day-to-day remedial repairs using both