Facilities Maintenance Technician

Facilities Maintenance Technician (Future Schools Trust)Location: Maidstone, Kent, UKContract Type: PermanentEducation Phases: Through School;Job Roles: Catering, Cleaning And Site Management;Working Patterns: Part-Time;Interview Date: TBC-Interview may be held prior to closing dateExpected Working Start Date: January 2026Is a Shared Job: NoAbout usWelcome to Future Schools Trust. Our Trust consists of two secondary schools, one primary school and one nursery at the heart of our local community in the Maidstone and Malling area of Kent. FST was legally established as a Multi Academy Trust (MAT) in September 2007.All our schools have a strong and inclusive ethos, reflecting our vision. Staff and students embrace our values, and they share our belief that schools are stronger when they work together whilst being proud and respectful of the unique identity of each of our schools.FST's central team support our schools with core functions such as Finance, HR, Facilities, IT, Marketing and Governance.At Future Schools Trust, we are committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those who are differently abled, neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities, and from different religious or belief backgrounds. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that individuals bring and believe they make our organisation stronger. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we are happy to support you.What's in it for you?A vibrant and exciting place to workA friendly and supportive environmentAn excellent CPD programme, with opportunities for action research and nationally accredited qualificationsThe support of a Trust that currently encompasses two Secondary Schools and one Primary School. Alongside Tiger Cubs, our term time only Day Nursery, for children aged 3 months to 4 years, with great benefits to education staff.A well-resourced department with schemes of work and resources available.An opportunity to join various schemes such as the Benenden corporate healthcare schemeWe are seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician tosupport the Facilities Manager in looking after the building and grounds atCornwallis Academy, New Line Learning Academy and Tiger Primary School. Youwill be responsible for a wide range of duties including maintenance,cleanliness and security of the school building and grounds.Our core operations run Monday to Friday, 6:00am to 10:00pm,with additional lettings taking place at weekends. This structure gives us realflexibility to shape the role around the right person.Responsibilities of the post holder are notlimited to, but will include:Regularmaintenance of the site ensuring it remains clean and accessible at alltimes.Unlockingthe premises in advance of the school day and securing the premises at theend of the day.Carryout day to day repairs / maintenance of the buildingsBepart of the alarm callout rota as required, so access to a vehicle ifessentialAssistwith events and general running of the schoolsInconjunction with the Facilities Manager organise external contractors toundertake maintenance work that cannot be carried out in-house.You will be a responsible individual who takes pride inyour day-to-day work. You will be very pro-active in attending to the needs ofthe school to ensure everything runs smoothly andbe able to provideexcellent customer service skills as well as having an awareness of health andsafety issues. A good understanding of plumbing, electrical systems and DIYwould be desirable. #J-18808-Ljbffr