Estates Maintenance Assistant

Estates Maintenance Assistant

Kirkley Hall, Northumberland
Full Time – 37 Hours per Week
Temporary Ongoing Assignment (until permanent recruitment is completed)
The Supply Register on behalf of Northumberland College

The Supply Register is currently recruiting for an Estates Maintenance Assistant to support Northumberland College at its beautiful Kirkley Hall campus.

This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable and practical individual with maintenance, estates, facilities, or caretaking experience to join a busy college environment on a full-time basis.

The role will support the day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of the college site, helping to ensure a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors.

The Role

As an Estates Maintenance Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

Carrying out general maintenance and repair tasks across the campus
Supporting the upkeep of buildings, grounds, and facilities
Assisting with site security and opening/closing procedures
Undertaking basic plumbing, painting, decorating, and maintenance duties
Responding to maintenance requests in a timely manner
Supporting health and safety compliance across the site
Assisting with room setups and college events where required
Working as part of the wider estates and facilities team

Working Hours

This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week.

Candidates must be flexible to work various shifts between:

⏰ 6:00am – 11:00pm

Shift patterns will be discussed during the recruitment process.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

✅ Previous maintenance, facilities, caretaking, estates, or site experience
✅ Good practical and DIY skills
✅ Ability to work independently and as part of a team
✅ Strong awareness of health and safety practices
✅ Reliable, professional, and flexible approach
✅ Good communication skills

Desirable:

⭐ Experience working within education, public sector, or large site environments
⭐ Relevant maintenance or trade qualifications
⭐ Basic knowledge of building maintenance systems

Why Work with The Supply Register?

⭐ Full-time hours
⭐ Opportunity to work within a well-established college environment
⭐ Weekly pay and competitive rates
⭐ Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
⭐ Potential to gain valuable experience within the Further Education sector

Safeguarding Statement

The Supply Register and Northumberland College are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS.

Apply now to register your interest in this Estates Maintenance Assistant opportunity at Northumberland College, based at Kirkley Hall