Facilities Operative
Armley Grange School
Leeds
- Expired
- Salary:
- £25,000.00 per annum
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 12 August 2024
Job overview
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Role: Facilities Operative
Location: Armley Grange School, Leeds, LS12 3QH
Salary: £25,000.00 per annum
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 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 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 ideal candidate 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 First Group 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.
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About Armley Grange School
- Armley Grange School
- Armley Grange Drive, Armley, Leeds
- West Yorkshire
- LS12 3QH
- United Kingdom
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