Premises Apprentice

Start date: ASAP

Salary:  Apprenticeship Level 2, £6.40 per hour rising to £7.55 per hour in April 2025 – actual salary £11,980, rising to £14,133 in April 2025

Hours:  36 hours per week, all year round

Location: Ark Tindal Primary Academy, Birmingham

Deadline:  31^st January 2025 at 11:59pm

Interviews:       TBC February 2025

Contract: Fixed term for the duration of the apprenticeship (normally 15 months)

Ofsted: Good 

Do you have a passion for ensuring that all children flourish into confident, successful and well-rounded individuals? 

About the role:

At Ark Tindal Primary Academy, we are seeking an exceptional Premises Apprentice to join our dedicated staff Team, playing an integral role in ensuring the Academy is a safe, inviting and positive learning environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

You will support the management and operations of premises-related functions at the Academy, including buildings and grounds maintenance, security, cleaning, health and safety, and management of contractors.

Apprentices are warmly welcomed to apply and we have a strong programme of support and training available to support you.  Successful completion of the programme will result in a Level 2 Facilities Services Operative qualification through Train Together Ltd – more information on the programme can be found at https://traintogetherltd.co.uk/level-2-facilities-service-operative

Our ideal Apprentice will:

• Have an interest in learning about the full range of work undertaken by a Premises Team in a primary school setting and developing an understanding of how this positively impacts our pupils
• Already possess skills in plumbing, electrical work, carpentry/joinery, painting and glazing etc., or be willing to learn these skills on the job
• Have a basic knowledge of relevant regulations (health & safety, fire, manual handling regulations), and/or be willing to undertake training to learn these
• Be able to use a computer and undertake some administrative tasks
• Have an awareness of the importance of keeping children safe, and understanding how and when to take appropriate action, which will be developed through training
• Have a calm and professional manner, a flexible attitude towards work and be a team player, who can also use their own initiative
• Share our belief that every pupil should have access to an excellent education regardless of background, and understand how their role fits into the wider life of a school

Ready to make a difference?

⭐ If you are passionate about education and dedicated to shaping young minds, we want to hear from you! Apply today and together, let’s make a difference in the lives of our pupils. ⭐

• Wonderful children: behaviour and attitudes are exceptional, and pupils appreciate the opportunities they receive
• A supportive environment: join a friendly team that values collaboration and growth
• Training and development: access our strong programme for professional development
• An inclusive community: a school committed to the enjoyment, achievement and wellbeing of all

About our school: 

Our vision at Ark Tindal is to provide an exceptional education that inspires all children to flourish into confident, successful and well-rounded individuals. We have a strong focus on character development and pastoral well-being, as well as the academic curriculum. We are a two-form entry primary school and getting to know our children and families is at the heart of everything we do. We offer support to the community, and we hold regular events which enable parents and carers to share in the life of the school and in their children’s learning. 

Ark Tindal is a nurturing, exciting and innovative place to learn and to teach. "Team Tindal" is a strong community, and our staff see themselves as one big family. We take staff wellbeing seriously, recognise the importance of effective communication and do what we can to support our team. We are committed to the development of our staff and have an extensive professional development offering, which enables us to work to our highest potential.

You will also be part of Ark’s thriving hub of primary and secondary schools in Birmingham working with regional teams, which offer additional guidance and support in aspects of the role.

Staff say that this is an exciting place to work where they are lucky to be part of a supportive and welcoming team.

'I have never been so well equipped in my role – CPD is taken seriously, and I have access to a broad range of training.’

Visitors say that our children are polite, hard-working, inquisitive and charming.  The exemplary behaviour of pupils is often remarked upon.

Children tell us that they feel safe and happy and look forward to coming to school each day.  Parents are grateful for the opportunities to get involved that help them to support their children.