Hard Services Assistant (Facilities Department)

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Hard Services Assistant to join a highly valued and respected estates team. This is a vital role that will work closely with the Facilities Manager to deliver smooth processes and help to shape the Hard FM services stream across the estates owned and managed by Latymer Upper/Prep School.

The post holder will work closely with the Hard Services Supervisor to ensure the smooth running of maintenance in the technical services arm of our business, plus sub-contractors, ensuring that an effective and efficient service is delivered and maintained and that service levels are in line with the contractual KPIs and SLAs.

You will need either a trade qualification (or working towards) or experience in plumbing, electrical or general building maintenance. Previous experience within a maintenance function in a school/ Hospital/ Commercial environment is desirable.

Salary is circa £30,784 per annum.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Facilities Manager and Hard Services Supervisor.
• Ensure smooth running of maintenance operations.
• Manage sub-contractors effectively.
• Maintain service levels in line with contractual KPIs and SLAs.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification or relevant experience in plumbing, electrical, or general building maintenance.
• Previous experience in a maintenance function within a school, hospital, or commercial environment is desirable.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of circa £30,784 per annum.
• Attractive staff benefits package.

Apply exclusively via the WhatSchool platform.

Closing date: 9.00am on Monday, 6th April 2026.

Interviews will be held on a rolling basis. We will review applications as they are submitted; therefore, suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date. We reserve the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. Early applications are encouraged.

Diversity – The School is fully committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. We have an established and representative staff Equality and Diversity Board to help drive forward positive change. A further Equality and Diversity Committee has recently been formed from our student population.

We are committed to attracting and retaining the very best staff, ensuring that our staff body reflects the diversity of our students and local community. Acknowledging a lack of ethnic diversity within our Support staff community, we particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates for this role. All appointments will be made on merit, following a fair and transparent process. In line with the Equality Act 2010, however, the School may employ positive action where diverse candidates can demonstrate their ability to perform the role equally well.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS, online checks and receipt of two satisfactory references.