Job Overview
The Discovery Academy is recruiting an Assistant Facilities Manager to support the facilities team with day‑to‑day operations and manage community evenings open to the public.
Responsibilities
• Oversee the safe management of community events held on school premises.• Support the facilities team in routine operations and maintenance.• Assist other academies within the Alpha Academies Trust with facilities matters.• Ensure compliance with site safety and management legislation.
Qualifications
• Ability to converse comfortably in spoken English with staff and students.• Demonstrated confidence in spoken communication for all aspects of the role.
Benefits
- Local government pension scheme and Staffordshire Pension Fund
- Discounted gym membership and 25% discount at Nuffield Health Stoke Fitness & Wellbeing Gym
- Free on‑site parking, subsidised meals and a Cyclescheme
- Annual leave starting at 28 days, increasing to 33 days after 5 years of service
- Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling services
Professional Development
Staff are encouraged to be members of the Chartered College of Teaching and to pursue further qualifications, including opportunities to transition to teaching roles.
Disability Confident (Employer)
Alpha Academies Trust is a Disability Confident Employer and welcomes reasonable adjustments during the application process.
Safeguarding Commitment
Staff are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check along with other safeguarding vetting and induction processes.
Application
To apply, use the ‘Apply Now’ button on the vacancy portal. For further information, contact the Trust HR Team by email at recruitment@alphaacademiestrust.co.uk.
Closing Date
Monday 6th July 2026 at 9:00am
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