Teaching Assistant

Facilities Assistant

Kempston Academy · Bedford · Bedford

Job description

Facilities Assistant

Location: Kempston Academy, Bedford

Contract: Permanent

Hours of Work: 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Salary: Level 3 Point 6-8

Closing Date: Monday 2nd November 2026 at 9am

We are looking to appoint a passionate and skilled Facilities Assistant to directly support and assist the Facilities Manager in all areas of the general maintenance, care and upkeep of the school’s buildings, grounds and facilities. You will also need to be able to carry out electrical, plumbing, carpentry and other general repairs around the school site as required.

The role will involve the opening and closing of Trust premises and main site security procedures including alarm systems and ensuring all doors & windows are secured and all lights & heaters are switched off and act as a designated key holder for the school as directed.

If you have an unwavering commitment to safeguarding young people, high levels of personal resilience and thrive in an environment where no two days are the same, then we want to hear from you.

Full training, support and induction will be provided.

In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, this appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

We are unable to accept CVs

We thank you for your interest in this role.

For further information, please contact Lidia Bhogal, HR Lead - hr@kempstonacademy.co.uk

We offer a range of employee benefits:

A comprehensive induction programme and a supportive working environment including access to Teaching School Hubs and Initial Teacher Training
Exceptional CPD and development/promotional opportunities
Refer a friend scheme
Generous pension scheme
Employee assistance programme
Employee of the month scheme
Diverse workplace

The closing date for applications is Monday 2nd November 2026 at 9am.

Interviews will take place shortly after the closing date

Visit our website: www.kempstonacademy.co.uk

Apply now

Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).

About this school

Kempston Academy

Academy sponsor led · Secondary · Ages 11–18

Not rated

Pupils: 824
Avg teacher salary: £51,118
Pupil:teacher ratio: 18.6:1
Academy trust: CHILTERN LEARNING TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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