Site Maintenance/ Estates Team Operative

Contract Type: Full-time, 37 hours per week (shift pattern) or part-time hours considered

Salary: Sixth Form Colleges NJC SCP 3, £24,759 FTE

Closing Date: 12 noon, 11th May 2026

About the Role

Priestley College is seeking a dedicated and proactive Site Maintenance/Estates Operative to join our team. This vital role ensures our college campus remains a safe, secure, and well-maintained environment for students, staff, and visitors. Reporting to the Estates Manager, you will play a key part in maintaining the college’s facilities and supporting its day-to-day operations.

This is a full-time position (37 hours per week) with a shift pattern of 6:00 AM–2:00 PM or 12:00 PM–8:00 PM. Part-time hours may also be considered, and applicants are encouraged to state their preference in their application.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the college’s structure, fabric, and fittings to ensure a high-quality working and learning environment.
• Act as a registered key holder, responsible for opening and securing the campus.
• Monitor campus security and student conduct, taking appropriate action when necessary.
• Manage vehicle movement and parking on campus.
• Perform reactive and planned maintenance tasks, including basic plumbing, painting, and lock changes.
• Conduct health and safety checks and monitor heating, cooling, ventilation, and water services.
• Assist with snow and ice clearance during inclement weather.
• Set up furniture for classrooms and exams.
• Accompany visitors, contractors, and others on campus as required.
• Support emergency evacuation and lockdown procedures.

Requirements

Essential:

• Experience in general building maintenance or a DIY/handyman role.
• Good standard of education, including GCSE Maths and English (minimum Grade 4/C or equivalent).
• Ability to perform reactive repairs and communicate effectively with students, staff, and contractors.
• Knowledge of basic health and safety regulations, including risk assessment and fire safety.
• Self-motivated, punctual, and trustworthy.
• Ability to undertake porterage duties and move furniture.

Desirable:

• Experience working in a secure environment or as a key holder.
• Previous experience in an educational establishment or with 16–19-year-olds.
• Qualification or training in a trade or related area.
• Willingness to train as a First Aider.

Benefits

• Sixth Form Colleges Association Leadership terms and conditions of employment.
• Membership eligibility for the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Occupational Sick Pay Scheme.
• Access to TCAT+, our Reward, Recognition and Wellbeing platform, which includes retailer discounts, a car lease scheme, a discounted healthcare cash plan, a cycle-to-work scheme, an Employee Assistance Programme, and other resources to support physical, emotional, professional, financial, and social wellbeing.
• Comprehensive CPD opportunities through ‘Education Connect’ and online resources from the National College.
• A workplace culture that actively supports and promotes employee health and wellbeing.

How to Apply

Please submit your application by 12 noon on 11th May 2026. 

Equal Opportunities

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer, and our employment policies, procedures, and practices are regularly reviewed to ensure compliance with legislation. We are committed to creating a workplace culture that is inclusive, positive, and fair, with opportunities for all.

Safer Recruitment

Priestley College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references, qualifications, experience checks, medical clearance, enhanced DBS checks, social media checks, and documentary evidence showing your entitlement to work in the UK.