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Lead Maintenance Technician

Job Posted: 21 days ago

Salary: £ 30,284 - 34,860 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Backwell

Expire in: 7 days

Job Description

Lead Maintenance Technician

Bracknell Area |  Full-Time, Permanent
 Salary: £30,284.80 – £34,860.80 (depending on experience)
 Start Date: 1st August 2026

About the Opportunity

We are recruiting on behalf of an exciting brand-new specialist school opening in Autumn 2026. This is a rare opportunity to be part of something truly transformative from the ground up.

The school will provide a nurturing, inclusive and ambitious environment for children and young people aged 5–19 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. With capacity for up to 96 students, the focus is on creating a safe, enriching and aspirational setting where every learner can thrive.

The Role

Reporting to the School Business Manager, you will take the lead on maintaining the buildings and grounds to the highest standards.

Key responsibilities include:

Carrying out planned maintenance and reactive repairs
✅ Ensuring full health & safety compliance across the site
 Conducting regular inspections
 Managing external contractors and service providers
️ Keeping accurate records of all maintenance activities
 Responding promptly to emergencies and urgent issues
 Supporting a safe, secure and welcoming environment for pupils and staff
This is a hands-on role requiring attention to detail, initiative, and a proactive mindset.

About You

We’re looking for someone practical, organised, and solutions-focused, with:

General maintenance skills (including basic joinery & plumbing)
 Knowledge of hot and cold water systems and trade practices
⚠️ Understanding of current health & safety regulations
 Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload
 Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
 Full UK driving licence
 Flexibility for occasional emergency call-outs
✅ Experience in an educational setting is desirable, but not essential.

Safeguarding & Compliance

All successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and applicants will be required to disclose relevant convictions
The organisation is committed to safeguarding, inclusion, and equal opportunities

✨ If you’re looking to join a meaningful project where you can truly make an impact, this could be the perfect role for you!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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