Facilities Assistant

Job Title: Facilities Assistant Location: Copper Fields School, Gunnislake, PL18 9EH Salary: £19,500.00 per annum (£15.00 p/h) (not pro rata) Hours: 25 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 1.00pm-6.00pm Contract: Permanent | 52 Weeks Start Date: February 2026 UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. At Outcomes First Group, we put wellbeing first. That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you work 80% of your hours for 100% of your pay*. Many of our schools have already adopted the 4DWW, with others preparing to introduce it once fully staffed—making now a great time to join #teamOFG. About the Role We are seeking a practical, reliable and hands-on Facilities Assistant to join our team at Copper Fields School. You will play a vital role in maintaining a safe, compliant and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors. Working as part of the maintenance team, you will support the smooth day-to-day operation of the school site, ensuring buildings, equipment and grounds meet company standards and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities: - Carry out general site maintenance, including basic repairs, decorating, plumbing, carpentry and grounds work - Maintain buildings, equipment and outdoor areas to a high, safe and professional standard - Conduct regular site checks, identifying and responding to health and safety issues - Support both planned and reactive maintenance, liaising with contractors and senior staff - Ensure tools, equipment and materials are used, stored and maintained safely and cost-effectively About You This role is ideal for a proactive individual who takes pride in their work and understands the importance of a well-maintained environment. You will have: - Experience in general maintenance across a variety of tasks - A strong awareness of health and safety requirements - Good working knowledge of plant, machinery and maintenance equipment About Us Copper Fields School provides specialist co-education for up to 60 pupils aged 4–16 with Autism Spectrum, communication and language needs, and associated additional needs. Set in the beautiful surroundings of Gunnislake, we offer a nurturing, supportive environment where every individual is valued. Options Autism, part of Outcomes First Group, has over 19 years’ experience delivering high-quality education and care for neurodivergent children, young people and adults. In 2025, Outcomes First Group was proudly certified as a Great Place to Work for the sixth consecutive year. Why Join Us? - Life Assurance - Pension scheme with options to increase contributions - “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks - Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including: - Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits - Hundreds of UK and international discounts - Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme - Critical illness cover - Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. *4DWW subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales. #1

Created: 2026-01-18