Facilities Assistant


Company:	Leigh Academies Trust
Salary:	from £26,016 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Longfield, DA3 7PH
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	30 Sept 2026
Closing date:	26 Oct 2026

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Summary

Leigh Academy Longfield has a fantastic opportunity for a committed and motivated Facilities Assistant to join our collaborative team. This position will assist the wider Estates Team with the care of the academy premises, ranging from general maintenance duties including minor repair and refurbishment works, porterage and other duties, supporting the Facilities Manager in ensuring the health and safety and security of a busy academy. Applicants will need a flexible approach to working hours and duties and may be required to cover the duties of other team members in their absence, occasionally.

Benefits of working as a Facilities Assistant at a Leigh Academies Trust site;

25 days annual leave per annum, increasing to 30 days based on 5 years' service + bank holidays

You'll be part of a friendly and supportive team

A flexible and proactive ethos

Training and qualifications supported / encouraged

Mileage allowance for travel between sites

Paid overtime

Generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme)

Free, on-site parking at every site

Dedicated site office

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