Facilities Assistant

Claremont Fan Court School is an independent day school for pupils aged from 2½ to 18 years. The school is set in 99 acres of historic landscaped grounds of the Claremont Estate in Esher, Surrey.

We are growing our team and are seeking to appoint Facilities Assistants to work as part of the in-house team responsible for the safe upkeep and running of the school’s facilities.

Working throughout the year, Monday to Friday with the occasional Saturday (approx. 3-4 per year), 40 hours per week, 10.30am – 7.00pm. Key responsibilities of the role include portering, parking management, event logistics and site security. There will also be general repairs and maintenance across the site.

The successful applicant will be a strong team member and equally capable of working on their own. A good standard of DIY skills to undertake general maintenance and repairs is desirable although training will be provided. Experience of working in a school environment would be an advantage but is not essential. A strong customer service ethic is key. 

We offer a competitive salary and all the benefits of working in a thriving independent school including generous contributory pension, life assurance and discounted school fees, free lunches during term time, onsite parking and a cycle to work scheme. 

Further details of the role can be found under the ‘Working at Claremont’ section on our website: www.claremontfancourt.co.uk

To apply, please complete our application form via the apply button.

Completed applications should be returned to jobs@claremont.surrey.sch.uk

Closing date: 9.00am on Monday 9 December 2024.

We will contact candidates with relevant skills and experience prior to the closing date, therefore, early applications are encouraged.

We are an equal opportunities employer and are seeking applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds. We are fully committed to creating and sustaining a positive and supportive working environment free from discrimination where staff feel valued and respected. We value individuality and diversity and believe in equal opportunity for everyone, irrespective of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background.

Claremont Fan Court School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). All staff at the school share responsibility for safeguarding and you will be required to undergo appropriate safeguarding training.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the school is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) to assess their suitability to work with children.