Mobile Facilities Officer
| Posting date: | 07 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 February 2026 |
| Location: | Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 5PF |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4df0d53e-a4ba-4016-98a0-672da18e49b0 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Thinking Facilities are looking for a Mobile Facilities Officer to assist the Site Manager with overseeing the day-to-day tasks and support capital projects and developments.Your primary location will be based at The Portsmouth Academy, however you may be required to travel to any of our sites within the hub.
The successful candidate will be competent in all aspects of site maintenance. As part of the site team, you will manage our school premises and associated facilities, ensuring that the premises are secure, safe and well-maintained at all times to reflect the standards of education and behaviour within the school.
The core working hours are:7.30am-15.30pm, Monday to Thursday and 7.30am-15.00pm on a Friday.
From time to time you maybe required to work a split shift pattern:
1)6.30am-10.30amMonday to Thursday and 6.30am-10.15amon a Friday
2)14.30pm-18.00pm, Monday to Thursday and 14.45pm-18.00pm on a Friday
3)14.00pm-22.00pm Monday to Thursday and 14.00pm-21.30pm on a Friday
+14% shift allowance
What you will need to succeed:
For further details please see the attached Job description
• Previous experience as a caretaker or similar
• Manage the utilisation of the premises and associated facilities for both educational and allied usage across The Thinking Schools Academy Trust
• Practical skills in maintenance and cleaning
• Health & Safety management
• Experience of working within an Academy/School is desirable
• A good working knowledge of Microsoft office.
• Full clean driving licence with access to own transport.
Join us at The Portsmouth Academy and help create a safe and welcoming environment for our students to learn and grow!
What the school offers its staff
Thinking Facilities ensure our academies are safe, secure and fit for purpose for students, staff and visitors. The team support and oversee, site maintenance, through a dedicated help desk service and committed site staff, caretaking and cleaning services, advice and support on the development of capital building projects, health and safety management and support, including oversight of planned maintenance services and training and development.
What our Trust will offer you:
• Competitive Pay Scales:Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels.
• Pension Scheme Membership: Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Annual Leave: A pro-rata annual leave entitlement of 27 days for support staff, increasing to 31 after 5 years of service.
• Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits acrossourTrusthubs.
• Training:Expand your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses.
• Knowledge and Curriculum Sharing:Our regional hub model offers a network of collaboration for staff to share best practice.
• Cycle2Work Scheme:Salary sacrifice scheme to purchase a new bike with National Insurance savings.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition:You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Store Discounts: Support staff have access to 'Discount for Teachers' scheme that offers a huge range of money saving deals and vouchers.
• Tax Relief on Uniform: Claim for uniform maintenance, with no receipts required.
• Blue Light Card:School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Thinking Facilities are looking for a Mobile Facilities Officer to assist the Site Manager with overseeing the day-to-day tasks and support capital projects and developments.Your primary location will be based at The Portsmouth Academy, however you may be required to travel to any of our sites within the hub.
The successful candidate will be competent in all aspects of site maintenance. As part of the site team, you will manage our school premises and associated facilities, ensuring that the premises are secure, safe and well-maintained at all times to reflect the standards of education and behaviour within the school.
The core working hours are:7.30am-15.30pm, Monday to Thursday and 7.30am-15.00pm on a Friday.
From time to time you maybe required to work a split shift pattern:
1)6.30am-10.30amMonday to Thursday and 6.30am-10.15amon a Friday
2)14.30pm-18.00pm, Monday to Thursday and 14.45pm-18.00pm on a Friday
3)14.00pm-22.00pm Monday to Thursday and 14.00pm-21.30pm on a Friday
+14% shift allowance
What you will need to succeed:
For further details please see the attached Job description
• Previous experience as a caretaker or similar
• Manage the utilisation of the premises and associated facilities for both educational and allied usage across The Thinking Schools Academy Trust
• Practical skills in maintenance and cleaning
• Health & Safety management
• Experience of working within an Academy/School is desirable
• A good working knowledge of Microsoft office.
• Full clean driving licence with access to own transport.
Join us at The Portsmouth Academy and help create a safe and welcoming environment for our students to learn and grow!
What the school offers its staff
Thinking Facilities ensure our academies are safe, secure and fit for purpose for students, staff and visitors. The team support and oversee, site maintenance, through a dedicated help desk service and committed site staff, caretaking and cleaning services, advice and support on the development of capital building projects, health and safety management and support, including oversight of planned maintenance services and training and development.
What our Trust will offer you:
• Competitive Pay Scales:Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels.
• Pension Scheme Membership: Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Annual Leave: A pro-rata annual leave entitlement of 27 days for support staff, increasing to 31 after 5 years of service.
• Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits acrossourTrusthubs.
• Training:Expand your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses.
• Knowledge and Curriculum Sharing:Our regional hub model offers a network of collaboration for staff to share best practice.
• Cycle2Work Scheme:Salary sacrifice scheme to purchase a new bike with National Insurance savings.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition:You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Store Discounts: Support staff have access to 'Discount for Teachers' scheme that offers a huge range of money saving deals and vouchers.
• Tax Relief on Uniform: Claim for uniform maintenance, with no receipts required.
• Blue Light Card:School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.