Colham Manor Primary School looking for a Facilities Services Operative apprenticeship. This is a great opportunity for anyone that is looking working within facilities management.
Training course: Facilities services operative (level 2)
Hours Working hours: Shift-based (does include split shifts) between: 8am - 6pm, Monday to Friday. Applicants must be prepared to work some evenings/weekends if required. 36.0 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 08 September 2025
Duration: 1 Year
Positions available: 1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
The Premises Support Assistant has the following core duties:
Jointly responsible with the Premises Assistant for daily maintenance and facilities tasks in and around the school premises, providing assistance when requested by staff to set up rooms, move equipment, clean up after pupil illness or accidents etc. and generally facilitate the smooth running of the daily operations
Security of the school premises, ensuring all doors and gates are locked at the appropriate time and completing a security sweep of the property before locking up each evening
To cover lettings of school premises as appropriate whilst on duty, including opening and locking up and general supervision to ensure that the premises are left in a clean and tidy condition at the end of the letting
Supporting the set up or clearance of rooms for out-of-hours functions, either during the week or occasionally over the weekend
Undertake internal health and safety checks and keep the grounds clear and safe for play or general movement of pupils, staff, parents or visitors
Act as a key Response Person/Fire Marshall in case of Fire or Emergency, assisting with the safe evacuation and liaising where necessary with the emergency services
To carry out such minor maintenance work and repairs that do not require the employment of a contractor
Working with the Premises Assistant on larger jobs requiring greater manpower and cover for the Premises Assistant's duties and responsibilities when he is absent, which will include working alternative work patterns as required
Liaison with maintenance contractors visiting the school to complete essential work
During school holiday time, additional focus is placed on larger project improvement works, classroom refurbishment, decorating, grounds repairs etc.
To undertake such cleaning tasks as required, for example, toilets
Whilst on duty, to liaise with any cleaners to generally oversee the standard of cleaning throughout the buildings, as necessary, to maintain standards. To keep the Facilities Manager informed if cleaning standards have not been achieved. To remove graffiti as required
To notify the Facilities Manager if stocks of cleaning and allied materials are running low. To restock towels, soap and toilet paper in toilets, washrooms, classrooms with sinks, etc. To be responsible, within reason, for the removal of simple toilet blockages
To assist in ensuring an efficient porterage service, to include the receipt, transporting and storage of goods that have been delivered to the site and the movement of all furniture and equipment. To undertake any other lifting tasks required by the school
To ensure that playgrounds, paths and driveways are in a satisfactory condition. Snow clearing and salting as required. Deal with the results of vandalism, advising the Facilities Manager on any necessary preventative measures or repair work
Remove graffiti where possible from all areas, windows and other surfaces as required
To undertake training/attend courses as appropriate to carry out duties in a safe and efficient manner
To ensure duties are undertaken in accordance with Health and Safety Legislation and to wear protective clothing as required
Where you’ll work
Violet Avenue Uxbridge Middlesex UB8 3PT
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
GREY SEAL ACADEMY LIMITED
Your training course
Facilities services operative (level 2)
Your training plan
You will receive training, which equates to approx 20% of your working hours e.g., 1 day per week.
Training will include sessions that are mostly online using video conferencing. Training consists of group training sessions, workshops and one-to-one coaching sessions.
Training modules include:
Support FM services in accordance with legislation
Health and safety risks and hazards
Customer service
Sustainability
Soft FM services
Hard FM services
Gather FM-related information for improvements
Front of house
Maintain on competency in FM
Support FM projects
Upon completion of your apprenticeship training, you will achieve:
Facilities Services Operative Level 2 Standard
Certificate in Principles of Facilities Services Level 2
Functional skills in mathematics, Level 1 and 2 (if applicable)
Functional skills in English Level 1 and 2 (if applicable)
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
Maths and English (grade 9-3/A*-D)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
Communication skills
Attention to detail
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Administrative skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Patience
Physical fitness
Other requirements
You will be asked to provide a dbs prior to starting employment.
About this company
Our mission at Colham Manor is to inspire children to achieve more than they ever believed possible. We want every member of our school community to be both supported and challenged to be the very best they can be. Through our high-quality learning experiences and curriculum, we look to educate the whole child so that they are able to thrive in a rapidly changing world, providing a world-class education for the future. Colham Manor is a unique school where we truly believe that there are no barriers to success; just hurdles that can be navigated with the right support, drive and determination. We believe that team work, collaboration and community spirit are vital ingredients to any success. We believe strongly in the team around each individual child; with parents, the school and other organisations all working together. Equality is core to the school's ethos and values.
