Maintenance Assistant

12-Month Fixed Term Contract

Pay Rate: Circa £14.50 per hour
Hours: 15 hours per week
Location: Sevenoaks, Kent
Recruitment Partner: Manpower

Manpower is recruiting an Electrician / Maintenance Assistant on behalf of a specialist educational setting in Kent. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified electrician looking for a part-time role where they can combine electrical expertise with wider maintenance responsibilities across a large and diverse estate.

Working within the Estates & Facilities team, you will help ensure the site's buildings, facilities, and infrastructure remain safe, compliant, and well-maintained, supporting a positive environment for staff, students, and visitors.

• Carry out electrical installations, maintenance, testing, and fault-finding.
• Support statutory compliance including electrical safety inspections and emergency lighting checks.
• Undertake PAT testing and routine electrical maintenance.
• Complete general maintenance tasks including repairs, decorating, plumbing, and basic carpentry.
• Support fire safety checks, building inspections, and health & safety compliance activities.
• Assist with site events, building upkeep, and seasonal maintenance tasks.
• Respond to reactive maintenance issues and support planned maintenance programmes.

• Qualified Electrician with NVQ/City & Guilds Level 3 or equivalent.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification.
• Experience in electrical installation, testing, and fault diagnosis.
• Good understanding of health & safety and safe working practices.
• Practical maintenance skills and willingness to support a variety of site tasks.
• Reliable, organised, and able to work independently.
• Full UK Driving Licence preferred.

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and all employees are expected to share this commitment.

Apply today through Manpower to join a professional Estates & Facilities team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

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