Facilities Operative

Wednesfield Source: WhatJobs

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Wednesfield Academy- Lichfield Road, Wolverhampton, WV11 3ES

37 Hours | Monday to Friday | All Year Round | Shift Pattern Work

Starting Salary: £24,753

Start Date: September 2026

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable and proactive Facilities Operative to join our team. This vital role ensures our school is safe, clean, secure, and welcoming for pupils, staff, and visitors. You will work closely with the Senior Site Supervisor to maintain the premises, grounds, and facilities to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance: Carry out day-to-day repairs, decoration, improvement works, and support statutory compliance checks (e.g. fire safety, legionella).
Security: Open and close the school at set times, ensure site security, and respond to alarm callouts when necessary.
Cleaning & Presentation: Keep outdoor areas, pathways, playgrounds, and fields clean and safe; support with waste collection, toilet supplies, dining room cleanliness, and removal of graffiti/chewing gum.
Grounds & Vehicles: Assist with general grounds maintenance and support with school vehicle checks, refuelling, and occasional minibus driving (training provided).
Logistics (Portage): Receive deliveries, move and set up equipment for events/exams, manage waste disposal, and assist visitors/contractors.
Window Cleaning: Undertake certain window cleaning tasks within safety guidelines.

What We’re Looking For

Practical skills in maintenance, cleaning, and repair.
A proactive and problem-solving approach.
Ability to follow health & safety procedures and identify potential hazards.
Flexibility to support school events and respond to emergencies.
Team player with good communication skills.

Please see job description for full list of skills, requirements and duties.

About us:

At Wednesfield Academy, we are proud to be a thriving and highly successful learning community where pupils are supported to achieve at the highest academic levels and flourish as individuals. We believe that strong partnerships between pupils, parents, and staff are the foundation of our success. As part of our team, you will play a vital role in maintaining our culture of high achievement, exemplary support, and collaborative working.
We are committed to fostering a culture that values the health and well-being of all employees at Matrix Academy Trust. We are proud to offer a comprehensive well-being package to all employees, including access to 24/7 online GP, physiotherapy services and counselling services. Staff at our wonderful school feel "very well supported" and "appreciative of how their workload and well-being are considered" (Ofsted Feb 25). We also offer all employees annual health checks which includes the flu jab, BMI checks and a general discussion with a qualified Nurse.