Maintenance Assistant

Role Overview

As a Maintenance Assistant at our school, you will play a vital role in ensuring the facility remains a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for children with special educational needs. This position involves performing routine repairs, maintaining school vehicles, and keeping the grounds orderly. Additionally, you will be supported with training on child safeguarding to confidently interact with the young people in our care.

About Our School

Hilden Park School is a newly built, cutting-edge school dedicated primarily to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Asperger’s, and speech, language, and communication needs. The school serves up to 72 students aged 8 to 16, providing an exceptional educational environment with individual progress and care as priorities.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £25,841 to £26,629 along with an excellent range of benefits
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing on-the-job training
• Generous holiday allowance of 35 days including bank holidays
• Flexible benefits to tailor coverage such as life insurance
• Access to wellbeing resources including employee assistance programs
• Medical benefits allowing claims for costs like optician and dental appointments
• A pleasant workplace with outstanding facilities
• A referral program offering £1,000 for recommending new team members

Candidate Profile

• Possess maintenance skills either professionally acquired or enthusiastic DIY experience
• Exhibit a proactive “can do” approach and collaborate well as a team member
• Capable of managing the purchase of minor maintenance tools and supplies independently
• A willingness to complete Health & Safety and other mandatory training

Additional Information

The Witherslack Group is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. The candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check (covered by the employer) and online background search. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds as an equal opportunities employer. For detailed job and person specifications, please request the full document.