School Facilities Operative, WF1
Leeds, Yorkshire and the Humber 1+ months ago
Job Description
At OFG, we work smarter, so you can spend more time doing the things you love
Role: School Facilities Operative
Location: Armley Grange School, Leeds, LS12 3QH
Salary: £25,000.00 per annum PLUS a Welcome Bonus of £1500*
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent, 52 weeks
UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
About the role
As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a School Facilities Operative to join our close-knit team at Armley Grange, part of Options Autism.
Who we are looking for
We are looking for a School Facilities Operative who has a suitable qualification (or provide evidence of experience) of one of the following trades - carpentry, plumbing, decorating. Someone who is ICT literate for updating systems, able to priorities tasks anticipate and reduce risk where possible and an effective communicator. Ideally, someone who is IOSH trained, has a current first aid certificate and experience of COSHH, PAT testing, asbestos awareness and working at heights but this is not essential.
The idealcandidate will have a strong ability to solve problems independently, with a high degree of accuracy working in accordance with the health and safety policies and procedures of the group.
We are looking for someone that is able to deal with emergencies and problems in a positive and a systematic manner, work independently and as part of a team, has a willingness to undertake additional training and understand and is able to apply health&safety procedures relevant to the job.
Essential:
Previous experience in a similar role
Knowledge of current building regulations
Knowledge of current Health&Safety policies&procedures
Excellent time-management skills
Able to work as part of a team or independently
Able to respond to emergency situations in a calm and rationale manner
Driving License
About us
Armley Grange is a new specialist school for young people with complex communication needs, autism and associated learning and emotional needs. A specialist school equipped with the latest technology, sensory provision and specialist teaching spaces with the needs of the pupils in mind.
Armley Grange is a day school that caters for pupils from 5 years to 19 years old. A specialist curriculum will be provided blending specialist teaching around communication, sensory and behaviour approaches with aiming for each pupil to achieve their goals and aspirations and to reach their potential, equipping them to make their way in the world.
For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.
We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes FirstGroup were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.
Why join Options Autism?
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
And that’s not all, 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 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.
*Welcome Bonus paid as £750 in month 3 and a further £750 upon succesfully passing probation (month 6)
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School Facilities Operative, WF1
Leeds, Yorkshire and the Humber 1+ months ago
At OFG, we work smarter, so you can spend more time doing the things you love Role: School Facilities Operative Location: Armley Grange School, Leeds, LS12 3QH Salary: £25,000.00 per annum...