Beechwood Primary Academy - Property Maintenance

About Us:
Beechwood Primary Academy is a school focused on excellence in learning to inspire children for their future. It is important to us that each child strives to recognise the value of their education and that our staff are valued for their part in this vision.

Job Summary:
As a Property Maintenance Apprentice, you will work alongside our experienced maintenance team and site supervisor to ensure the smooth operation and upkeep of our school premises. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in property maintenance while contributing to the educational journey of young children.

Roles and Responsibilities:
As a Property Maintenance Apprentice, you will:

• Assist with general repairs and maintenance tasks within the school premises.
• Understand the basic maintenance work and the use of associated tools and equipment.
• Have knowledge of Health and Safety at Work act 1974 including COSHH Regulations.
• Have experience of carrying out administrative processes relevant to the job.
• Be able to work independently and to manage own time efficiently.
• Learn to use specialised tools, machinery, and power tools.
• Engage in manual lifting tasks.
• Collaborating with qualified team members for hands-on learning.
• Developing proficiency in property maintenance techniques and practices.

At Beechwood, we cherish and nurture every child, recognising their unique, individual interests, talents and strengths, which make our school a happy and exciting place to learn and work. Throughout their time here we ensure that they will have the opportunity to fulfil their potential academically and socially, learning skills and knowledge that are the inspiration for the future.

Our children learn and show our school values of inclusion, collaboration, democracy and excellence as they go about their learning each day, inside and outside of the classroom. We aim to create an environment where our main focus is to strive for each child to develop a passion for learning and a sense of excitement in their own achievement and that of others. Our children love to learn and we foster this through our high expectations, a culture of education for all and a passion for teaching and learning. Our staff are passionate about delivering the best outcomes for children by supporting their education, health and wellbeing and developing the educational skills and experiences that will open doors, creating children ready for their future.

On completion of your Level 2 Apprenticeship with the company, an opportunity for full-time employment may be available for the right candidate.

You will be able to discuss your onward options with your designated careers advisor.

Desired skills and personal qualities include:
• Ability to communicate with a wide range of people.
• Ability to respond quickly and effectively to issues that arise.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues and outside organisations.
• Approachable, excellent customer service skills.
• Diligent and reliable with excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Prepared to undertake training to further enhance your own professional development.
• Embrace change well.
• Act at all times with integrity, honesty, loyalty and fairness.
• Excellent attention to details.

Qualifications:

• GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 9-4/A*-C) desirable
• GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 9-4/A*-C) desirable

The Level 2 Apprenticeship includes:

• Level 2 Property Maintenance Operative Standard Apprenticeship
• CSCS Test
• Functional Skills Maths and English

As part of the apprenticeship programme, attendance is required at our Skills Group training centre for one day per week. All other aspects of the qualification will be delivered on-site by the employer. You will have regular visits every six to eight weeks from your designated Skills Group assessor, who will monitor your progress during your apprenticeship training.