Facilities/Maintenance Assistant- £26,561 Benefits- Manchester and Lancashire (2 positions available)

The Role

Earn while you learn with hands-on experience and a starting salary of £26,561! As a Facilities/Maintenance Assistant, you will keep our properties safe, welcoming and in top condition – and gain practical skills that could open doors to professional qualifications and career growth.

We are looking for 2 Facilities and Maintenance Assistants in, one in Manchester and one in Lancashire. Ideal candidates will be based in these areas and happy to travel across them.

You’ll be the go-to person for keeping our buildings running smoothly, whether that’s carrying out maintenance, decorating, or making sure safety checks are completed. Every day, you will see the impact of your work, knowing the spaces you maintain make a real difference to the people who use them.

Ready to gain valuable skills, earn a competitive salary and make a real difference every day? Apply now and join the Making Space team!

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete general maintenance and decorating tasks – building practical skills you can use to progress in facilities management
• Carry out routine safety and compliance checks – gaining experience in health and safety that could support future career opportunities
• Perform minor repairs and report issues – helping you develop problem-solving skills and hands-on expertise
• Maintain company vehicles and equipment – learning practical skills you can use across different roles
• Undertake gardening duties – a chance to make spaces look and feel welcoming for everyone
• Act as a responsible key holder – building trust and leadership experience
• Support on-site contractors – understanding teamwork and compliance in a real-world setting

The Company

At Making Space we are committed to making a difference in the lives of those in our care, we live and breathe our core values and our looking for likeminded individuals to join our team on our mission to make a positive impact to those in our community who need us most.

When you join us, you’ll receive on-the-job training and have opportunities to pursue professional qualifications to help you grow in your role.

The Benefits

• Access up to 30% of your wages as you earn via Stream.
• Lifestyle benefits, including discounts on health services and shopping.
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) – plus the option to buy or sell holiday.
• Double pay for Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year’s Day.
• Learning and development opportunities from Level 2-6 qualifications and continuous professional development.
• Career progression – many of our senior roles are filled internally.
• Travel schemes, including cycle-to-work
• Pension scheme (minimum 3% employer contribution).
• Paid sick leave and regular staff recognition through our engagement hub.

The Person

You’ll thrive if you:

• Have experience in decorating and general building maintenance.
• Live in either Lancashire or Manchester and happy to travel around them.
• Can work independently and take initiative.
• Hold a full UK driving licence for at least a year.
• Communicate well with colleagues, contractors, and the public.
• Are happy to learn new skills, including using ICT for reporting and record keeping.

Successful applicants will be subject to employment checks, including DBS and references checks and provided with safeguarding training. Making Space is an equal opportunities employer.

We can only accept applications from those who are legally entitled to live and work within the United Kingdom.

Contact information

Ria Lyon