Facilities Assistant (SSO) - James Gillespie's High School

Facilities Assistant James Gillespie's High SchoolSalary: £26,806 - £27,032Hours: 0 per week, 52 weeks As a Facilities Technician with the City of Edinburgh Council, you'll be a key member of our Facilities Management team. You'll deliver a vital janitorial service across our estate to ensure our properties are a safe places to work or learn in. Enjoy secure and flexible employment with above-market rates and excellent conditions, whilst being able to balance family, caring or studying commitments.Trusted employerSecurity offered by permanent positionsFlexible hours to suit (morning, evening or daytime) from 10 to 36 hoursSessional hours (school term only) available on some postsPaid annual leave (where applicable)Excellent pension schemeOpportunities to progress to supervisory levelEmployee benefits and colleague discount schemeCommunity connection - looking after your community's essential buildings used by your family, friends and neighbours.As part of our team, you will be valued and respected with a key focus on training and development.MAJOR TASKS/JOB ACTIVITIESYou will undertake day to day FM, janitorial and DIY operations across one or more buildings, ranging from small repairs and general maintenance to reactive cleaning, supporting moves and conducting basic security functions.Equipment and furniture and fitting maintenanceBuilding maintenance and servicesSecurity of premises and grounds Grounds maintenanceCleaning /TidyingPlease see the supporting documents for more information about the role.This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently underrepresented. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care-experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview.Find out more about our commitment to equalities Our Behaviours - The City of Edinburgh CouncilOur salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range.Happy to talk flexible working.Follow us on X at @edincounciljobsView Facilities Technician person specificationhttps://counter.adcourier.com/QmVja3kuQ3VubmluZ2hhbS4xMDMxOS4xMzUzMkBja…;