Facilities Officer (caretaking and facilities support)

Employer: Nottingham Girls’ High School – GDST Location: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Salary: £26,088 Posted: 4th June 2026, Start as soon as possible, Expires 16th July 2026. The Role We're looking for a practical, hands‑on individual to join our Estates team to maintain a safe, secure and welcoming school environment for pupils, staff and visitors. The successful candidate will be practical, organised, and able to respond calmly to emergencies, with a commitment to high standards and the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.

Experience in a similar role, ideally in education or hospitality, is preferred. The role includes occasional driving of the school minibus, so a confident driver with a clean licence is required. If you do not hold a D1 licence, MIDAS training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities Carrying out planned maintenance and minor repairs to buildings, furniture, and equipment. Supporting school events, room set‑ups, and contractor visits. Managing deliveries, storage, and porterage duties.

Opening, locking, and securing school buildings and grounds. Maintaining cleanliness of the site, grounds, and external areas. Assisting with health and safety compliance, including fire alarm testing and Legionella checks.

Supporting school vehicles through safety checks, cleaning, and driving when required. Assisting with capital projects and site improvements. Driving the school minibus when needed.

What We're Looking For Enjoys practical, hands‑on work and takes pride in keeping things running smoothly. Has experience in caretaking, maintenance, site support, trades, or a similar practical role. Enjoys being active and is happy undertaking physical tasks.

Is proactive, reliable, and able to turn their hand to a variety of jobs. Can work independently and as part of a team. Has good problem‑solving skills.

Has a clean driving licence. Has a positive attitude to continuous professional development. Can work flexibly to meet the needs of our busy lettings programme.

Qualifications / Skills (or Willingness to Undertake) D1 licence / MIDAS training. Plumbing, carpentry/joinery, painting. About The School Nottingham Girls’ High School is part of the Girls' Day School Trust (GDST), an independent girls’ day school known for academic excellence, strong pastoral care, and a broad range of co‑curricular opportunities.

Our campus straddles Arboretum Street and borders both Nottingham Arboretum and the Forest Recreation Ground. We are easily accessible via major city routes including the A52 and A60, with a tram stop less than a 10‑minute walk away. Benefits Competitive terms, conditions, and salary progression.

Membership of the GDST flexible pension scheme – up to a 12% contribution match. Extensive professional development opportunities and training grants. Free life assurance. 30 days holidays plus bank holidays pro rata. 36-hour working week.

Employee Assistance Programme (Wisdom Health Assured). Up to 50% discount on fees for children attending GDST schools. Free lunch for all staff during term time.

Interest‑free loans for training and computer purchases. Cycle to Work scheme. Good transport links and discounted on‑site parking.

Our Commitment The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change. We want every colleague to feel valued, respected and supported, and we actively welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We are equally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Applicants must therefore be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including online searches, checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. #J-18808-Ljbffr