Level 2 Facilities Operative Apprenticeship – St Luke’s C of E VC Primary School

Introduction

St Luke’s C of E VC Primary School is a welcoming primary school located in the village of Tiptree, Essex. 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

Main Duties:

Security and Supervision:

• Act as a keyholder, assisting with locking and unlocking buildings and grounds
• Respond to alarm activations and emergency call-outs
• Help prevent unauthorised access to the school site
• Support access to the site during emergencies such as snow or flooding

Health and Safety:

• Support compliance with health and safety procedures across the school
• Carry out routine checks including fire safety, legionella, and general site safety
• Report hazards and maintenance issues promptly

Care taking and Maintenance:

• Undertake cleaning duties across allocated areas
• Clean walls, windows, and high-level areas where safe systems are in place
• Replace light bulbs and maintain fixtures
• Carry out basic repairs including plumbing, redecoration, and minor building works
• Maintain external areas, including fencing and grounds
• Ensure drains and gullies are clean and free flowing

Site Operations:

• Receive and distribute deliveries and supplies
• Ensure adequate stock of cleaning materials and supplies
• Operate heating systems to maintain appropriate temperatures
• Carry out routine equipment checks and arrange repairs when needed

General Duties:

• Assist with school lettings and prepare spaces for activities
• Support site preparation for events and out-of-school activities
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of all areas
• Follow all school policies including safeguarding, equality, and health & safety
• Carry out additional duties as directed by the Headteacher or senior staff

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
• Team working
• 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, shifts between 7.00am - 6.00pm (with a 5-hour unpaid break scheduled within the day, 10.00am - 3.00pm).

Expected Duration: 1 Year

Training Provider: GLP TRAINING LTD