Vacancy for Lettings Assistant

Salary: Meridian Trust Grade 3, Points 2-3 - £24,413 – £24,796 Actual

Hours: 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. Likely to be Monday-Thursday 2pm-10pm and Fridays 12.30pm-8pm.

 We have an exciting opportunity for a Lettings Assistant to join our supportive, friendly team at Ely College. You will take ownership of getting the premises ready for our busy lettings schedule, ensuring that the premises and equipment are safe, secure and well-maintained while the site is used for lettings and to secure the site afterwards.

 The opportunity

• To ensure the site, buildings and grounds are opened each evening and secured at the end of each day including arming/disarming the security system
• Managing external contractors, ensuring they work safely and in compliance with our safeguarding policies
• Carry out maintenance and repairs to furniture and equipment within the scope of a competent handyperson
• Managing own time and workload effectively to support all bookings at the agreed time
• To take pride in good housekeeping around the site to ensure areas are clear of litter, dirt or rubbish

The ideal candidate

• Committed, reliable, and able to build and sustain excellent working relationships
• Can use initiative, work on their own and as part of a team
• Strong communication skills
• A ‘can do’ focused attitude
• Confident in the use of computer systems
• Has an understanding of Health & Safety best practice principles

About Meridian Trust –

Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire. 

Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to - 

• Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in
• Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)
• Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources
• Cycle to work scheme
• Defined benefit local government or Teacher’s pension scheme
• Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
• Free on-site parking
• Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays         

To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/. 

For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below.

Closing date for applications: 19th February 2026

Interviews will be held on: Shortly after closing

Meridian Trust reserves the right to close the applications early in the event that a suitable candidate is sourced. Applications will be reviewed as received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as social media checks.