Job title: Premises Assistant / Handyperson
Company: Hays
Job description: Your new companyYou will be joining a well-established organisation delivering building services within an educational environment. The company promotes a supportive and inclusive culture and is committed to maintaining safe, secure, and well-managed school facilities. Diversity and inclusion are actively encouraged, recognising that different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives help create strong and effective teams.Your new roleAs a Premises Assistant, you will join the Building Services team in Bristol, working as part of a small caretaking team to ensure the safe, secure, and effective operation of the school site. The role is varied and practical, supporting the day-to-day running of the school through planned and reactive maintenance, security, porterage, and cleaning duties. You will also prepare the site for assemblies, meetings, and out-of-school activities, respond to emergencies, and support the school in line with established procedures.The position requires flexibility, including early and late shifts on a rotational basis, availability for evening events, and emergency call-outs when required.What you’ll need to succeedTo be successful in this role, you will ideally have:
- Good knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and some understanding of COSHH
- Basic computer skills
- Experience of building maintenance and systems (desirable but not essential)
- Experience working with HVAC systems (desirable but not essential)
- Experience of lone working
- IOSH Working Safely certification (or willingness to obtain)
- An Enhanced DBS (CRB) clearance, which is required for this role
You will be reliable, proactive, and able to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team.
Shift pattern- 6am-3pm Monday to Friday.What you’ll get in returnIn return, you will have the opportunity to work in a stable and supportive environment within an established organisation. The role offers:
- A varied position with no two days the same
- Opportunities for training and personal development
- A supportive and inclusive working culture
- The opportunity to make a positive contribution to the safe operation of a school environment
- £27,969 per annum plus the opportunity to pick up overtime at time and half/ double time
- Access to a rewards platform, for discounts etc…
What you need to do nowIf you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4790227 – Kimberley Lehser
Expected salary: £27969 per year
Location: Bristol
Job date: Thu, 03 Sep 2026 22:06:53 GMT
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