Facilities Management Assistant

ISC group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in London is seeking a diligent Facilities Assistant to support the smooth operation of the school site. The ideal candidate will ensure the upkeep of various facilities including sports pavilions and a swimming pool. Responsibilities include assisting facility hirers, performing basic maintenance tasks, and adapting to changing priorities. This role offers a unique working schedule from 1.00pm to 10.00pm, with additional allowances for unsociable hours and requires a full UK driving license.

Benefits

Annual allowance of £3,000 for unsociable hours

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• A full UK driving license (including manual vehicles) is required.
• Basic aptitude for general maintenance and handyman tasks is essential.
• The ability to swim and drive a mini-bus would be helpful.

Responsibilities

• Support the facilities team to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Welcome and assist facility hirers and perform porterage.
• Adapt to changing priorities and collaborate with colleagues.

Skills

Reliable and proactive attitude

Basic maintenance skills

Ability to swim

Driving skills (manual vehicles)

Job description

Overview

Dulwich Prep & Senior offers an exciting and inspiring work environment. With more than 800 pupils and 200 staff, it has been the largest boys’ prep school in the UK and is nestled in one of the most picturesque areas of London, the world’s most cosmopolitan city. Our recent expansion includes the opening of our Senior Section in September 2025, allowing boys to stay with us through the completion of their GCSE studies.

We are looking for a helpful, reliable, and proactive person to assist our facilities team. In this role, you will help ensure the smooth daily operation and upkeep of the entire school site, including a dedicated Early Years site, sports pavilions, and a swimming pool. Your responsibilities will include welcoming and assisting facility hirers, porterage, basic maintenance tasks, and securing the premises.

Responsibilities

Support the facilities team to ensure the smooth daily operation and upkeep of the school site, including the Early Years site, sports pavilions, and a swimming pool. Welcome and assist facility hirers, perform porterage and basic maintenance tasks, and secure the premises. Work flexibly to adapt to changing priorities and collaborate with colleagues to share best practices across the team.

Requirements

A full UK driving license (including manual vehicles) is required, along with a basic aptitude for general maintenance and handyman tasks. The ability to swim and drive a mini-bus would be helpful.

Working arrangements

Working hours will be 1.00pm to 10.00pm, Monday to Friday, plus 15 Saturdays (7.00am to 6.00pm) to be worked each year. There is an additional annual allowance of £3,000 in consideration of the unsociable working hours.

Application process

Applications for this role must be completed via an application form, along with a cover letter explaining your suitability for the role and a completed Equal Opportunities Form, and sent to Tamsin Hutson, HR Manager ([e-mail]).

• Closing Date: Wednesday 4 February 2026, 9.00am
• Interview Date: Tuesday 12 February 2026
• Start Date: Immediate start available, subject to the satisfactory completion of the vetting process.

We reserve the right to appoint at any time during the recruitment process.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo checks with past employers, online checks and an enhanced DBS check.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees are valued and respected for their unique perspectives and contributions. We encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply for this position.