Apprentice Building Maintenance Officer
| Posting date: | 04 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 December 2025 |
| Location: | Darlington, County Durham, DL3 9BL |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | c8706cc6-aec3-4914-88ab-f602476fefe7 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
This is a fantastic opportunity to start a career in building maintenance within a school environment. You will learn and assist with:
• General caretaking and minor repairs.
• Health and safety checks, including fire safety and alarm testing.
• Maintaining school grounds and supporting seasonal tasks.
• Working alongside experienced staff and contractors to develop practical skills.
We are looking for someone who:
• Is willing to undertake and complete a Building Maintenance Apprenticeship.
• Has a flexible, positive attitude and enjoys learning new skills.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
What the school offers its staff
Free car parking on site (all sites)
Cycle to Work Scheme
Reimbursement for flu vaccines
24/7 EAP Service
Occupational Health
Enhanced Family Friendly Schemes
Access to additional leave benefits (compassionate leave, dependent leave)
Incremental pay progression
Commitment to safeguarding
The Education Village Academy Trust (EVAT) is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people. You will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure check and Disqualification declaration. In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the interview process.
This is a fantastic opportunity to start a career in building maintenance within a school environment. You will learn and assist with:
• General caretaking and minor repairs.
• Health and safety checks, including fire safety and alarm testing.
• Maintaining school grounds and supporting seasonal tasks.
• Working alongside experienced staff and contractors to develop practical skills.
We are looking for someone who:
• Is willing to undertake and complete a Building Maintenance Apprenticeship.
• Has a flexible, positive attitude and enjoys learning new skills.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
What the school offers its staff
Free car parking on site (all sites)
Cycle to Work Scheme
Reimbursement for flu vaccines
24/7 EAP Service
Occupational Health
Enhanced Family Friendly Schemes
Access to additional leave benefits (compassionate leave, dependent leave)
Incremental pay progression
Commitment to safeguarding
The Education Village Academy Trust (EVAT) is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people. You will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure check and Disqualification declaration. In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the interview process.