Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council - Site Facilities Apprentice @ Old Park Primary School
Old Park Road, WS10 9LX
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Summary
To provide day-to-day response to the site, staff and students to include - collection of items, delivery of items, litter picking, cleaning, lifting, setting out areas, internal and external works which may include grounds works.
Training course: Facilities services operative (level 2)
Hours Monday to Friday - Exact times to be confirmed. 37.0 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 18 May 2026
Duration: 1 Year 3 Months
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
To assist the Site Manager with:
Repairs and Maintenance:
Contribute to the efficient operation of the school site and carry out general maintenance
Carry out site inspections to identify and report any safety hazards, unsafe equipment or areas of the building to the Site Manager, Business Manager or Headteacher
Inspect and carry out repairs to furniture and the site except where specialist contractors are required
Inspection, checking and clearing of blockages in sink waste traps and toilets and cleaning areas affected by body emissions
Assist with emergency action to minimise the effects resulting from burst pipes, vandalism or fire damage prior to remedial works being undertaken
Painting
Building, grounds and contractors:
Assist with keeping the site safe by closing of windows, doors and gates. Switching off of lights where appropriate
Keeping paths and driveways clear from ice and snow
Liaise with contractors where applicable
Maintain a litter-free environment as far as practicable, litter picking, empty external waste bins and remove internal rubbish as necessary
Cleaning:
Collecting leaves and rubbish
General tidying, hoovering and cleaning of the school
Ensure toilets are cleaned when necessary
Replenish consumables where required
Emptying clinical waste bins where required
Regular checking and cleaning of storage areas
Cleaning windows and bins on a rolling programme
Other:
Movement of furniture and equipment around school
Setting out and clearing of furniture and equipment for a range of functions
Ordering of goods and services where required
Place requisitions in accordance with provision requirements
Receive and distribute items delivered to the school
Support the school's sustainability plan
Supporting school visits and events and activities where required
Such other duties may be appropriate to achieve the objectives of the post to assist with the thematic area in the fulfilment of its objectives commensurate with the post holder's salary grade, abilities and aptitudes
To comply with the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work regulations, Local Authority policies, school policies and risk assessments
To take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and for others while carrying out work and to co-operate with the employer in ensuring health and safety responsibilities are carried out
This list is not exhaustive!
Where you'll work
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
AXIA SOLUTIONS LIMITED
Your training course
Facilities services operative (level 2)
Your training plan
At the end, you will gain a Level 2 Facilities Services Operative Apprenticeship Standard Certificate
This will include any Functional Skills as appropriate
The apprenticeship training will be delivered in the workplace, as you will receive visits from a college assessor
The apprenticeship includes 20% off the job training
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
English Language (grade A*-D/9-3 or equivalent)
Maths (grade A*-D/9-3 or equivalent)
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
IT skills
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience
Physical fitness
Proactive
Able to work outdoors
Able to climb a ladder
Able to lift/move heavy items
Conscious of health and safety
Flexible with working hours
Other requirements
This position will ideally suit someone with an interest in working manually and with a practical approach. The successful candidate will be subject to Enhanced DBS clearance and will need to uphold the highest of safeguarding standards.
Annual Leave must be taken when the school is closed, during term time holidays.
You must be able to work outdoors during inclement weather.
About this company
Sandwell is a large, multicultural metropolitan borough situated in the heart of the Black Country, to the west of Birmingham, within the West Midlands conurbation and with a population of over 280,000. The Council is one of the largest employers in the Borough with employees in a variety of occupations, providing a comprehensive range of services. For more information about Sandwell Council’s apprenticeship programme and our recruitment process please visit our YouTube channel. Find out more information on Sandwell’s Values and Behaviours on the council’s webpage. For more information on careers in local government you can view a copy of the Local Government Career Guide.
The post is offered on a fixed-term contract to cover the duration of the apprenticeship training
You will receive support and guidance to identify and apply for any further apprenticeships or internal jobs that you are suitably experienced and qualified for
Our 'Next Steps' workshop will help you to identify the skills that you have gained throughout your apprenticeship in order to update your CV and apply for any opportunities
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council Rich Nettleton [email protected]
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000021368.
