Facilities Assistant
| Posting date: | 13 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Up to £28,000 per annum dependent on experience |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 February 2026 |
| Location: | Stonegate |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Acorn Care and Education |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 300401FAJ |
Summary
How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four?
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 (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay.
Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW — and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG.
Become a Facilities Assistant at our brand-new Bricklehurst Manor School, part of Acorn Education – and take the first step toward building your own rewarding future.
Bricklehurst Manor School, Stonegate, TN5 7EL
Up to £28,000 per annum dependent on experience (not pro rata)
37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 10:00am - 6:00pm with flexibility to suit needs of school
Permanent, 52 Weeks
Start date: April 2026
UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
About the Role
Are you practical, proactive and proud of keeping places safe, smart and running smoothly? Bricklehurst Manor School is looking for a committed and skilled Facilities Assistant to join our dedicated Facilities Team and play a vital role in supporting our children, staff and wider school community.
This is more than a maintenance role — it’s an opportunity to make a real difference every day in a specialist education setting where high standards, safety and care truly matter.
Working closely with the Facilities Manager, Maintenance Team Leader and Regional Maintenance Team, you’ll take ownership of a specialist trade area (such as plumbing, joinery, electrical work or decorating) while supporting the wider team with day-to-day and planned maintenance across the site.
From keeping buildings and grounds looking their best, to responding flexibly to urgent issues, you’ll be a key part of ensuring our school remains a safe, welcoming and well-functioning environment for everyone who uses it.
What You’ll Be Doing
Taking professional responsibility for your specialist area of competence
Supporting day-to-day reactive and planned maintenance, refurbishments and repairs
Maintaining buildings, equipment, plant and grounds to a high professional standard
Carrying out regular site walks to identify, record and resolve Health & Safety issues
Liaising with external contractors and reporting works as required
Supporting the on-call rota and responding to urgent or last-minute requirements
Advising staff on plant, machinery, equipment safety and condition
Contributing to risk assessments, procedures and safe systems of work
Ensuring correct use and storage of tools, equipment, chemicals and machinery (COSHH)
Assisting with fire safety checks, drills and emergency evacuations
Supporting vehicle checks and basic maintenance
Keeping accurate records and reporting any defects, damage, hazards or incidents promptly
You’ll also work closely with colleagues across departments, external visitors, inspectors, suppliers and contractors — helping to maintain the school’s strong reputation within the local community.
What We're Looking For
We’re looking for someone who is:
Practical, reliable and highly organised
Skilled in a trade or maintenance discipline
Safety-conscious with strong attention to detail
Flexible and able to respond calmly to changing priorities
A positive team player with good communication skills
Committed to maintaining high standards and supporting a school community
Full UK Driving Licence
Why join Acorn Education?
We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.
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.
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:
Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:
A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
Cycle to Work Schemes
Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit
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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 (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay.
Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW — and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG.
Become a Facilities Assistant at our brand-new Bricklehurst Manor School, part of Acorn Education – and take the first step toward building your own rewarding future.
Bricklehurst Manor School, Stonegate, TN5 7EL
Up to £28,000 per annum dependent on experience (not pro rata)
37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 10:00am - 6:00pm with flexibility to suit needs of school
Permanent, 52 Weeks
Start date: April 2026
UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
About the Role
Are you practical, proactive and proud of keeping places safe, smart and running smoothly? Bricklehurst Manor School is looking for a committed and skilled Facilities Assistant to join our dedicated Facilities Team and play a vital role in supporting our children, staff and wider school community.
This is more than a maintenance role — it’s an opportunity to make a real difference every day in a specialist education setting where high standards, safety and care truly matter.
Working closely with the Facilities Manager, Maintenance Team Leader and Regional Maintenance Team, you’ll take ownership of a specialist trade area (such as plumbing, joinery, electrical work or decorating) while supporting the wider team with day-to-day and planned maintenance across the site.
From keeping buildings and grounds looking their best, to responding flexibly to urgent issues, you’ll be a key part of ensuring our school remains a safe, welcoming and well-functioning environment for everyone who uses it.
What You’ll Be Doing
Taking professional responsibility for your specialist area of competence
Supporting day-to-day reactive and planned maintenance, refurbishments and repairs
Maintaining buildings, equipment, plant and grounds to a high professional standard
Carrying out regular site walks to identify, record and resolve Health & Safety issues
Liaising with external contractors and reporting works as required
Supporting the on-call rota and responding to urgent or last-minute requirements
Advising staff on plant, machinery, equipment safety and condition
Contributing to risk assessments, procedures and safe systems of work
Ensuring correct use and storage of tools, equipment, chemicals and machinery (COSHH)
Assisting with fire safety checks, drills and emergency evacuations
Supporting vehicle checks and basic maintenance
Keeping accurate records and reporting any defects, damage, hazards or incidents promptly
You’ll also work closely with colleagues across departments, external visitors, inspectors, suppliers and contractors — helping to maintain the school’s strong reputation within the local community.
What We're Looking For
We’re looking for someone who is:
Practical, reliable and highly organised
Skilled in a trade or maintenance discipline
Safety-conscious with strong attention to detail
Flexible and able to respond calmly to changing priorities
A positive team player with good communication skills
Committed to maintaining high standards and supporting a school community
Full UK Driving Licence
Why join Acorn Education?
We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.
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.
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:
Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:
A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
Cycle to Work Schemes
Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit
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