Facilities Assistant
Kempston Academy · Bedford, East of England
Facilities Assistant at Kempston Academy, based in Bedford, East of England. This is a contract role.
- Salary
- Competitive
- Location
- Bedford, East of England
- Contract
- Contract
- Posted
- 3 days ago
- Closes
- 30 Sep 2026
- Sector
- Facilities Manager
Reference 72fa8e006880a0223304a15f22afbff7fbf67149
About the role
Facilities Assistant
Location: Kempston Academy, Bedford
Contract: Permanent
Hours of Work: 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Salary: Level 3 Point 6-8
Closing Date: Wednesday 30th September 2026 at 9am
We are looking to appoint a passionate and skilled Facilities Assistant to directly support and assist the Facilities Manager in all areas of the general maintenance, care and upkeep of the school’s buildings, grounds and facilities. You will also need to be able to carry out electrical, plumbing, carpentry and other general repairs around the school site as required.
The role will involve the opening and closing of Trust premises and main site security procedures including alarm systems and ensuring all doors & windows are secured and all lights & heaters are switched off and act as a designated key holder for the school as directed.
If you have an unwavering commitment to safeguarding young people, high levels of personal resilience and thrive in an environment where no two days are the same, then we want to hear from you.
Full training, support and induction will be provided.
In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, this appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
We are unable to accept CVs
We thank you for your interest in this role.
For further information, please contact Lidia Bhogal, HR Lead - [email removed]
We offer a range of employee benefits:
- A comprehensive induction programme and a supportive working environment including access to Teaching School Hubs and Initial Teacher Training
- Exceptional CPD and development/promotional opportunities
- Refer a friend scheme
- Generous pension scheme
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee of the month scheme
- Diverse workplace
The closing date for applications is Wednesday 30th September 2026 at 9am.
Interviews will take place shortly after the closing date
Visit our website: www.kempstonacademy.co.uk
Follow us on Twitter: @KAKempston
Reference: 72fa8e006880a0223304a15f22afbff7fbf67149 · Posted 3 days ago · Closes 30 Sep 2026 · Listed via Kempston Academy
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