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Estates & Facilities Assistant

Reed
Posted 13 days ago, valid for 3 days
Location

Kettering, Northamptonshire NN14 4AA, England

Salary

£25,235 - £1,500 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • The Estates & Facilities Assistant position offers an annual salary starting from £25,235, along with a £1,500 disturbance allowance.
  • This permanent, full-time role is located in Bedford at a progressive college.
  • Candidates are expected to have experience working with the public and young people, showcasing strong interpersonal skills.
  • Responsibilities include security, portering, maintenance, health and safety checks, driving, and cleaning across college facilities.
  • Flexibility for weekend shifts and a current clean driving license are also required for this role.
Estates & Facilities Assistant
  • Annual Salary: From £25,235 plus a £1,500 disturbance allowance
  • Location: Bedford
  • Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Join a progressive college in Bedford as an Estates & Facilities Assistant. This role is crucial in providing a full range of services to ensure the college’s facilities support its aims and visions effectively. Responsibilities include security, portering, maintenance, grounds maintenance, health and safety testing, driving, and cleaning.

Day-to-day of the role:
  • Perform a variety of tasks related to security, such as monitoring CCTV and managing access control systems.
  • Undertake portering duties, including setting up rooms for events and moving equipment.
  • Conduct routine maintenance and grounds maintenance to ensure the college premises are well-kept and safe.
  • Carry out regular health and safety checks and testing to comply with regulations.
  • Provide driving services for college-related activities and transport needs.
  • Maintain cleanliness across the college facilities to provide a pleasant environment for both students and staff.
  • Be available to cover weekend shifts as required and respond to emergency calls occasionally at short notice.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Experience working with the public and young people, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills.
  • Current clean valid full driving licence.
  • Access to a vehicle and willingness to work at all college sites as needed.
  • Flexibility to cover weekend shifts and be contactable by telephone, occasionally at short notice.
  • Willingness to undertake relevant training to enhance skills and comply with college standards.
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary starting from £25,235 per annum plus a £1,500 disturbance allowance.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Dynamic and supportive work environment.

To apply for the Estates & Facilities Assistant position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.