Level 2 Facilities Services Operative Apprenticeship

Facilities Operative Apprenticeship at The Halifax Academy

Join our team as a Facilities Operative Apprentice helping to keep our school clean safe and well-maintained. Youll support site security daily maintenance and uphold high health and safety standards while promoting the welfare of all pupils and staff.

• Salary : 7.55 an hour automatic pay increase after one year on programme for 19 year olds
• Working Week :
  Monday to Friday 10am till 6pm with breaks included
• Hours : 37.5 hours per week
• Duration : 12 months
• Level 2 Facilities Services Operative Apprenticeship standard qualification
• Online training supported by our dedicated tutors
• Location :
  The Halifax Academy Gibbet Street Halifax HX2 0BA

• Monitor any issues relating to cleaning equipment and product compliance (COSHH).
• Act as a key holder carrying out security procedures for the buildings and grounds, including the routine and non-routine opening of The Halifax Academy estate.
• Provide access where possible to the premises and classrooms in the event of snow, minor flooding or similar emergency situations.
• Undertake risk assessments where relevant with support of the Facilities Services & Estates Manager.
• Carry out first line repairs and maintenance.
• Ensure that all areas within the site are free from litter and that all drains and gullies are free‑flowing and clean.
• Ensure that all caretaking and cleaning equipment is safe and in working condition, arranging for repair as appropriate.
• Carry out routine checks on ancillary equipment such as fire alarms and water checks.
• Carry out Academy based procedures in the event of fire, flood, breaking and entering, accident or major damage.
• Regularly set up and remove furniture (e.g., exams and daily assemblies).
• Distribute and relocate equipment and incoming goods, and provide occasional collection of miscellaneous provisions away from academy premises.
• Carry out duties in accordance with Academy based policies and Health and Safety procedures, including risk assessment.
• Respect confidentiality using the Academy protocols for sharing information such as child protection information.
• Undertake any other professional duties as required.

• Hardworking, reliable and flexible to the needs of the school.
• Strong organisational skills and a proactive approach.
• Good attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Basic DIY or practical skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and maintaining a safe environment for children.
• Basic ICT skills and record‑keeping ability.
• Preparedness to work flexible hours as part of a shift pattern.

• Experience working in a school or educational setting.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade C / 4 or above).
• Interest in facilities management maintenance or site operations.
• Willingness to undertake further training and gain qualifications.
• Basic knowledge of health and safety regulations.

Potential full‑time employment for the right candidate upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Pre‑employment checks. Please be aware that upon a successful offer of employment the company completes digitalised right‑to‑work checks and DBS applications via an external provider – Matrix Screening. The company also completes an internal online social media search in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

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