Facilities Officer
Content + Source + Freshness • 16 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate value due to the essential nature of facilities management in education, but limited growth potential.
- Stable role focused on facilities management.
- Predictable hours support a balanced lifestyle.
- Limited rigor in career advancement.
- Candidates with strong maintenance skills may thrive.
Pros
- Stable position within an educational environment.
- Opportunities for community interactions.
- Work-life balance due to predictable hours.
Cons
- Limited career advancement opportunities.
- Possibility of dealing with emergencies under stress.
- Varied daily tasks can lead to primary role confusion.
Who it's for
Entry / Mid-level • Full-time, onsite
Good fit
- Facilities management professionals seeking routine.
- Candidates passionate about education.
- Individuals valuing stability in their roles.
Not recommended for
- Aspirants wanting rapid career growth.
- Job seekers focused on remote positions.
- Candidates uninterested in maintenance tasks.
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Benton Park School is a thriving, inclusive comprehensive school located in Rawdon, on the outskirts of Leeds. With over 1,500 students—including a vibrant Sixth Form of over 200—we are proud to serve a diverse and supportive local community. Our recent move into a £28.5 million state-of-the-art building has created an inspiring environment for learning and working, underpinned by cutting-edge classroom technologies.
We are looking for a highly motivated, positive colleague who can contribute to maintaining excellent standards in all areas of school life. A team player, you will have the ability to form high-quality relationships with staff, students, and families alike.
This is an exciting opportunity for a talented colleague to join our vibrant and ambitious school as a Facilities Officer. You would play a vital role in supporting our vibrant school community and helping to shape a strong, positive, and successful learning experience for all students.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the ability to:
- Carry out maintenance duties to ensure the general upkeep of the premises and grounds is of a high standard, including daily routine inspections and liaising with contractors where required
- To prioritise requests for facilities support to ensure the safe and effective running of the school site
- Complete testing/checks on systems and maintain records for fire, water, electrical (PAT) and other safety checks
- Take responsibility for locking and unlocking academy buildings and areas.
- Undertake repairs for example, fitting doors, handles and locks, repairing/replacing leaking pipes and taps, fitting/replacing skirting, fencing and gate repairs, general maintenance duties, decoration, and routine maintenance. Carrying out minor improvement works according to skills. General porterage duties for deliveries
- Monitor fire safety equipment, assisting with scheduled fire alarm and equipment checks. Operate and respond to alarm systems where appropriate
- Undertake regular security checks
As a valued member of our team we can offer you:
- A commitment to continued professional development
- An experienced, highly committed and supportive leadership team
- Auto enrolment to West Yorkshire Pension Scheme
- Free onsite parking
- Access to a market leading employee assistance programme with some fantastic wellbeing services such as counselling, physical health therapy services, financial advice and interactive self-help content
- Access to a wide range of discounts from the nation's leading retailers
- Cycle to Work Scheme
As part of the Moorlands Learning Trust, we are committed to delivering a truly aspirational education for all. Our school vision—“Together we belong, develop character and achieve excellence”—captures our belief in the power of community, personal growth, and high achievement. We are proud to be a school that goes from strength to strength, with good behaviour and attendance and strong outcomes and destinations for our students.
Our values—Kindness, Resilience, and Responsibility—shape our culture and guide every interaction. They underpin our commitment to developing confident, compassionate, and capable young people who are ready to make a positive contribution to society.
We are actively committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be made subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.
We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.
