Facilities operative

• Permanentparttime full year

• Hours/shift patterns:15hours per week06:00 14:00

• Salary 10828.78 per annum (rising to 11126.76 from 1 September)

The Grammar School at Leeds isseekinga proactive and customer-focused Facilities Operative to join our Estates team at our Alwoodley Gates campus. Reporting to the Facilities Manager you will play a vital role in ensuring that our buildings and groundsremainsafe securewell-presentedand fully operational for pupilscolleaguesvisitorsand the wider school will contribute to the day-to-day maintenance and smooth running of our extensive school site providing excellent customer service and practical support across a wide range of facilities functions.

This varied and hands-on role includes carrying out planned and reactive maintenance tasks minor repairs decorating and room set-ups for lessons examinationseventsand external lettings. You will help manage access to the school premises support waste management and site cleanlinessassistwith deliveries and post distribution undertake regular swimming pool water testing and contribute to traffic and parking management during busy periods. Working as part of a multi-skilled Estates team you will respond to requests through the Estates helpdesk promote safe working practices and support colleagues across cleaninggroundsand other operational services asrequired.

We are looking for a flexible and reliable team player with a positive can-do attitude and a commitment to delivering excellent customer in a maintenance facilities or caretaking environment would beadvantageous along with a good understanding of health and safety requirements including COSHH. The successful candidate will be able to work independently as well as collaboratively prioritise a varied workload and adapt to the changing needs of a busy school environment. As with all roles at The Grammar School at Leeds a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is essential.

Why GSAL

GSAL is a warmfriendlyand values-led community where colleagues feel supported and trusted in their roles.

We take safety and safeguarding seriously but we also believe in creating a welcoming environment where pupils colleagues and visitors feel cared for and respected.

Wereproud to be:

• One of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026 (Big organisations category)

• North Independent School of the Year 2024

• Independent School of the Decade 2021

And most of allwereproud of the colleagues who make our school a safewelcomingand purposeful environment every day.

Benefits

We value our team and offer a generous package to support your wellbeing:

• 25 days annual leave bank holidays additionalChristmas closure days (usually an extra 3 days)

• Optionto buy up to 10additionalannual leave days

• Aviva pension with up to 10% employer contribution

• Training and CPD including 5 INSET days

• Free private GP appointments via Health Hero

• Access toPerkbox(EAP) including counselling legal and financial advice

• Onsite gym swimming pool and free fitness classes including boot campspinand Pilates

• Beautiful 130-acre green site for walking and wellbeing

• Free onsite parking

• Great-value 2.40 colleague lunches plus free teacoffeeand hot chocolate

• Discounts throughPerkbox Blue Light Card Discounts forTeachersand Extras

• Generous leave of absence and family-friendly policies

• Opportunities to contribute to wider school lifeeventsand colleague initiatives

How to apply

If this role sounds like a good fit for youwedlove to receive your application.

Please complete the online GSAL application form on our website. For any enquiries contactFurther information and the full job description and person specification can be found in the attached recruitment brochure.

Closing date:08:00Wednesday 8July 2026

Interview date:To be confirmed

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