Facilities Assistant

Full Job Description

How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four?

At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first.

That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay.

Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW — and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG.

Job Title:  Facilities Assistant

Location: Waterloo Lodge School, Chorley, Lancashire, PR6 7AX
Salary:     £13.25 per hour
Hours:     10 hours per week | Monday 06:45–08:45am | Tuesday–Friday 15:30–17:30
Contract: Permanent | Part-Time | 52 weeks
Interviews: Week commencing 10th November
UK applicants only – this role does not offer sponsorship.

Join Our Team and Help Keep Our School Running Smoothly

At Waterloo Lodge School, part of Options Autism, we take pride in providing a safe, welcoming, and well-maintained environment where both pupils and staff can thrive. As our new Facilities Assistant, you’ll play a key role in making sure our school looks its best and operates at its best — every single day.

If you’re practical, reliable, and take real satisfaction in a job well done, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

Working closely with our Facilities Manager, you’ll help ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the school site. From basic repairs and maintenance to keeping classrooms, corridors, and outdoor spaces safe and tidy, your work will directly contribute to the wellbeing and comfort of everyone who learns and works here.

This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys variety — no two days are the same, and your skills will make a visible difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance and repairs across the school site
• Support with site housekeeping and grounds maintenance
• Ensure all areas are safe, secure, and compliant with health and safety standards
• Assist with vehicle checks and basic fleet maintenance
• Open and close the school site as part of the daily routine

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who’s:

• Proactive – you notice what needs doing and get stuck in
• Dependable – the kind of person the team can count on
• Safety-conscious – with an eye for detail and pride in keeping things running well

You’ll also bring:

• A full UK driving licence (desirable)
• Previous experience in maintenance, caretaking, or a similar role
• Good numeracy, literacy, and communication skills
• A positive attitude and willingness to help wherever needed

At Waterloo Lodge School, you’ll join a warm, inclusive community where teamwork and respect are central to everything we do. You’ll be supported by a friendly leadership team, trusted to take ownership of your work, and valued for the essential role you play in helping our pupils succeed.

About Us

Waterloo Lodge School is an independent specialist day school for students aged 10 to 18, supporting young people with a wide range of needs in the Lancashire, Manchester, and surrounding areas. Our team is dedicated to providing a nurturing environment where students can thrive academically and socially, helping them rebuild their confidence and take pride in their achievements.

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Why Join Options Autism?

We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support. 

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit 

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales

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