Maintenance Operative

Are you looking for a new challenge within a vibrant, progressive organisation?

Do you want to support the education of young people in Lincolnshire?

Can you offer a range of practical skills to help maintain a diverse range of buildings?

Would you like to join an expanding site team who are positive and enthusiastic about supporting students through providing a safe and secure learning environment?

This role will show a location of Digital Media Centre in Barnsley, as that is where our central team are based, but this role will be based in Lincolnshire.

As part of Wellspring’s continued development across the region, the Trust requires a Maintenance Operative to join our enthusiastic site teams. This is an exciting opportunity for a candidate ready for a fresh challenge.

We value our people and supportive working at all levels is central to our culture. High quality induction training and ongoing professional development is guaranteed.

The post will be based within Lincolnshire. The ideal candidate would be located within sleaford, Boston and Grantham area , but will involve some travel to our other academy sites within Lincoln areas as required (travel costs will be covered).

We are interested in hearing from people who:

• Are self-motivated, customer-focused and efficient.
• Enjoy working as part of an inclusive team.
• Understand the importance of completing work to a very high standard.
• Have a commitment to supporting the work of passionate education leaders.
• Take great pride in the work for which they are responsible.
• Are experienced in a facilities management.
• Have a strong understanding of maintenance systems and compliance.

Wellspring is in a period of growth and requires a Maintenance Operative who is capable of supporting the compliance of a variety of sites, ensuring that the best possible environment is provided for staff and students.

Whilst experience in a similar role would be an advantage, for the right candidate willing to commit to the post long term, we are prepared to invest in a significant level of training.

If you have any queries regarding the post, please contact Keith Beedie (Estates Manager) on 07983 666870 or k.beedie@wellspringacademies.org.uk

TO APPLY:

To apply and for more information please visit: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/935528982/EDV-2025-WATOE-16253

Wellspring Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks. As this role involves working with children and vulnerable adults in regulated activity, please note that it is an offence to apply for the role if barred from engaging in regulated activity with children and vulnerable adults.

References will be requested and an online search carried out for shortlisted candidates, prior to attendance at interview. Further pre-employment checks, including prohibition from teaching, childcare disqualification and section 128 checks, if deemed relevant for the role, will be completed for the successful candidate upon acceptance of the post.

We are committed to equal opportunities and to promoting diversity. We want our people to reflect the diversity of our communities, and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, especially from under-represented groups, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.

If you are currently living overseas or have lived / worked overseas in the last five years please be aware that you will be required to provide an overseas criminal records check from the country/countries you have resided in, if you are the preferred candidate for the post.