Facilities Assistant

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy!Position: Facilities AssistantLocation:Norton College - Worcester, Worcester WR5 2BASalary:Up to 25,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)Hours: 35 Hours per Week | Monday to Friday | 8.30am - 4pmContract: Permanent, Term Time OnlyStart Date: February 2026UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.About the RoleAs we continue to expand and enhance our services, were looking for a skilled, proactive Facilities Assistant to join our dedicated team. If you have a specialist trade backgroundbe it plumbing, joinery, electrical, decorating, or similarand a passion for keeping things running smoothly, this could be the perfect role for you.About the RoleThis hands-on role places you at the heart of maintaining a safe, welcoming, and fully functional environment for our pupils and staff. Youll take professional ownership of your trade while supporting the wider maintenance team in everything from routine upkeep to urgent repairs.Your expertise will be key to ensuring our school buildings, equipment, and grounds meet the highest standards of safety and functionality.What Youll DoTake charge of your specialist trade or area of expertise, delivering high-quality maintenance and repairsAssist the maintenance team with both planned projects and reactive tasksConduct regular site inspections to spot and resolve Health & Safety concernsAdvise staff on the safe use and maintenance of machinery and equipmentSupport risk assessments and ensure compliance with COSHH and other regulationsMaintain tools and equipment, keeping everything in top conditionTravel across the school site and to suppliers as neededWhat Were Looking ForProven experience in facilities management or a relevant trade (plumbing, joinery, electrical, decorating, etc.)Strong knowledge of Health & Safety and compliance standardsAbility to work independently with initiative, but also collaborate effectively within a teamExcellent problem-solving skills and clear communicationFlexibility and responsiveness to urgent maintenance needsAbout usNorton College is a specialist school for secondary students aged 11-19 in Worcester and Tewkesbury.Norton College is a specialist independent provider that aims to positively support young people who have a range of complex learning needs through vocational courses and bespoke learning packages.Acorn Education is the UKs leading independent provider of specialist education. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the sixth year runningWhy join Acorn Education?We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so youll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.We are committed to the 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.BenefitsYour health and wellbeing are important to us, so youll get an exceptional reward package including:Life AssurancePension scheme with options to increase your contributionsYour Wellbeing Matters access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checksAnd a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package thats right for you, including:A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits100s of discount options valid in the UK and abroadCycle to Work SchemesElectric Car Purchase SchemeCritical illness coverFamily Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.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