Maintenance Operative

Trust Site Operative Start Date: as soon as possible Salary/Grade: Single Status Grade 6, currently between £26,824-£27,693 per annum  Contract: permanent, full time, 39.5 hours per week incl an unpaid 30 minute break per day (shift rotas are: 6:30-14:30, 8:00-16:00 and 11:30-19:30. Driving license essential We are seeking a proactive and reliable Trust Site Operative to support the smooth running of our vibrant academy sites across East Sussex. The successful candidate will be required to work across all Trust locations, travelling between sites as needed using the site vehicles, and supporting the safe transport of pupils, including driving the school minibus to and from our schools in Crowborough and Wadhurst (minimum age requirement of 21 with 3 years driving experience). This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in maintaining safe, clean and welcoming spaces for our students, staff and visitors. MARK Education Trust is a multi-academy trust based in East Sussex that has developed through a steady process of growth and collaboration between local schools. It was originally established on 22 February 2012 as the Beacon Community College Academy Trust, following Beacon Community College’s conversion to academy status in April 2012 - Beacon is situated in Crowborough. In January 2022, the organisation formally rebranded as MARK Education Trust, reflecting a renewed vision to expand and strengthen partnership working across schools. Since then, the trust has grown carefully, welcoming Uplands Academy in Wadhurst in September 2022 and continuing its development with the addition of Hailsham Academy in 2025. Throughout its journey, the Trust has remained focused on collaboration, sharing expertise, and improving outcomes for young people, guided by its ambition to provide high-quality education and create a community of schools that support each other and strive for excellence. Benefits of working at MARK Education Trust: Flexible working approach Staff recognition initiatives Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme/Teacher’s Pension Scheme Generous annual leave entitlement (support staff) Access to Wellbeing Support through our Employee Assistance Programme, this includes free confidential telephone and face to face counselling Opportunities to share your views through staff surveys and forums Eligibility to access Blue Light Card and discounts Discounted use of Gym & Exercise Classes at Uplands Academy Free parking available onsite or within close proximity to all our schools For further details, please email cburgess@markeducationtrust.org or telephone 01892 603000 ext 2286. Please be advised that we do not accept curriculum vitae. MARK Education Trust (Beacon, Uplands and Hailsham Academies) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants. NB: we advise applying promptly for this post as we reserve the right to close and interview early if sufficient suitable applications have been received.