Facilities Assistant

Location: Lanlivery

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Job Title:

Facilities Assistant

Location:

Red Moor School, Lanlivery PL30 5BT

Hours:

40 hours per week | Monday–Friday | 8:00am – 4:00pm
Salary:
Up to £27,500 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)

Contract:

Permanent | 52 Weeks
Start:
April 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first. That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4

DWW) trial, giving you 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay*.

Many of our schools have already introduced the 4

DWW, and others will soon join in. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #TeamOFG!

About the Role

At Red Moor School, every role matters — and every member of staff plays a part in creating a safe, calm, and consistent environment where our young people can thrive.

Being a Facilities Assistant here is more than maintenance work — it’s about helping create spaces where pupils feel safe, supported, and ready to succeed. You’ll be part of a close-knit team that keeps the school secure, functional, and welcoming every single day.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out general repairs, maintenance, basic decoration, and small improvement tasks to ensure the school feels safe, welcoming, and ready for learning

Keep the school site clean, tidy, safe, and secure at all times

Act as a keyholder, managing alarms and site access

Monitor and support external contractors working on site

Complete regular health & safety and compliance checks (fire alarms, legionella, emergency lighting, etc.)

Inspect buildings, grounds, drains, boundaries, and external areas for hazards

Support setup and clear-down for school events, meetings, or activities

Maintain tools, equipment, and storage areas safely and responsibly

Carry out emergency cleaning when required

Contribute to a safe environment through daily visual checks and building walk-arounds

Fleet and Vehicle Management

Book MOTs, servicing, repairs, and safety checks

Keep accurate maintenance and mileage records

Liaise with garages and suppliers

Ensure staff complete routine roadworthiness checks

Help maintain a safe, compliant, and reliable school fleet

Who We’re Looking For

You’ll thrive in this role if you:

Bring a positive, steady, and practical approach to each day

Take pride in maintaining high standards across the school site

Can problem-solve and use initiative when unexpected issues arise

Work well as part of a friendly, supportive team

Communicate clearly with colleagues, contractors, and staff

Can undertake manual handling and physical tasks safely

Have a basic understanding of health and safety (training provided)

Ideally, have experience in maintenance, caretaking, or facilities roles (not essential)

If you enjoy hands-on, meaningful work and want to contribute to a school that truly changes lives every day, you’ll thrive here.

About Red Moor School

Red Moor is a nurturing, specialist school for pupils aged 5–18 with SEMH needs and barriers to learning. Many of our young people arrive having found school overwhelming or unsuccessful in the past — our job is to show them a different experience.

We believe: “The curriculum should be the servant of the child.” – Sir Barry Carpenter (2024)
This philosophy shapes our relationships, our environment, and every aspect of school life — including the way we care for our buildings and grounds.

Red Moor is part of Acorn Education, within Outcomes First Group, giving you both the closeness of a supportive school team and the opportunities of a national organisation.

We’re proud that Outcomes First Group is officially a Great Place to Work.

Why Join Us?

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. 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.

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with options to increase contributions

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