Level 2 Facilities Operative Apprenticeship – Carre's Grammar School

Introduction

We are looking for a reliable and motivated individual to join us as a Facilities Operative Apprentice, supporting the smooth running, safety, and maintenance of the school site.

About the Employer

Inspire ATA is an official Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency, licenced by the Department for Education. Currently ranked 1st in the Rate My Apprenticeship Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK Award 2024-2025. Inspire ATA specialises in creating apprenticeship opportunities, where we recruit and employ the apprentice on behalf of our host clients, enabling us to offer additional support and a better experience for both the apprentice and the client as the experts in the industry. We arrange the most suitable and appropriate apprenticeship training from one of our partnered training providers. If you are successful in securing an apprenticeship with Inspire ATA, it is important to understand that Inspire ATA will be your employer and the apprenticeship placement will be a separate organisation that simply hosts you as an apprentice. As a Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency, Inspire ATA performs an important role in developing the UK labour market and it is our responsibility to ensure that talent is recognised, developed, and matched with business needs, whatever the background of the individual, irrespective of gender, race, disability, age, religion or belief, relationship orientation, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity and gender reassignment. We are proud of the diverse nature of our business and work with clients to ensure that all candidates are treated with courtesy and respect.

What You'll Do

• Assist with the routine opening and closing of the school site, including support for lettings and events as required.
• Support the facilities team in monitoring site security and reporting any concerns such as unauthorised access, damage, or safety issues to the Senior Estates Officer.
• Observe and follow site security procedures, including safeguarding requirements when contractors or visitors are on site.
• Support regular checks of the site to identify potential health and safety or maintenance issues, reporting findings to the Senior Estates Officer.
• Assist with routine fire safety tasks, including weekly fire alarm tests and basic emergency lighting checks, in line with training and school procedures.
• Support water safety checks and record keeping as instructed.
• Work safely at all times, following COSHH assessments, risk assessments, and the school’s health and safety policies.
• Carry out basic and minor maintenance tasks (e.g. replacing bulbs, simple repairs, setting up rooms), appropriate to training and competency.
• Assist with logging maintenance issues and working with contractors under supervision.
• Learn how to use tools and equipment safely and correctly in line with the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations.
• Support routine site tasks such as litter picking, waste management, moving furniture, and basic grounds maintenance as required.
• Assist with the organisation and removal of confidential waste in line with school procedures.
• Help prepare rooms and spaces for lessons, examinations, events, and lettings.
• Assist with maintaining equipment, materials, and cleaning supplies in a clean, safe, and secure condition.
• Support receiving deliveries and moving materials to appropriate storage areas.
• Learn to help maintain inventories for tools, ladders, and furniture under supervision.
• Observe and assist with supervising contractors on site, ensuring safeguarding and site rules are followed.

Training Outcome

Potential for continued employment within site or facilities management roles, subject to performance and school needs.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Physical fitness

Qualifications

• Desired - GCSE - English - A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 equivalent
• Desired - GCSE - Maths - A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 equivalent

Course Information

Course: Facilities services operative (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Construction and the built environment

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday - Friday, 7.30am - 2.00pm (30 minute break).

Expected Duration: 1 Year

Training Provider: GLP TRAINING LTD