Overview and Responsibilities Lead Maintenance Technician – Aurora Peartree Location: Great Malvern, Worcestershire
Contract Type: Full-time/Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week, Full Year
Salary: £30,284 - £34,860 depending on experience
Aurora Peartree is opening its doors in Autumn 2026, and we’re looking for a skilled
Lead Maintenance Technician to help make this vision a reality. This is a rare opportunity to be part of something truly transformative. Aurora Peartree will be a nurturing, inclusive and ambitious school for children and young people aged 5–19 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. With a capacity of 120 students, our vision is to create a safe, enriching and aspirational environment where every learner can thrive.
The role: Reporting to the School Business Manager, you’ll take responsibility for maintaining the school buildings and grounds to the highest standards. From planned maintenance and repairs to ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, you’ll make sure our site is safe, secure, and fit for purpose for pupils and staff. You’ll carry out inspections, manage contractors, and keep accurate records of all maintenance activities. This role requires a hands-on approach, attention to detail, and the ability to respond quickly to emergencies. You’ll also play a key part in promoting a safe and welcoming environment for everyone on site. Please note that duties will vary and you will be expected to contribute to the overall aims of the school when required, please see the link below for our full job description: Job Description – Lead Maintenance Technician
Skills and Qualifications About You: We’re looking for someone with strong practical skills and a proactive attitude. You’ll have:
- General maintenance knowledge, including basic joinery and plumbing tasks.
- Understanding of hot and cold water systems and good working trade practices.
- Knowledge of current health and safety regulations and compliance requirements.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with staff, pupils, and contractors.
- Experience working within an educational setting is desirable but not essential. A full driving licence and flexibility for occasional emergency call-outs are required.
Benefits and Additional Information What’s on Offer at Aurora? We believe in supporting
you as much as we support the children and young people in our care. Here’s a snapshot of the fantastic benefits waiting for you:
Grow with Us – Training & Development Learning never stops at Aurora! We offer a wide range of training programmes and career development opportunities to help you build your skills and reach your goals.
Save Money on Everyday Essentials With the rising cost of living, our
Perkbox app helps you stretch your money further:
- Discounts on groceries, phone plans, internet, dining out, gym memberships & more
- Access to our Cycle to Work and Car Scheme
Competitive Pay & Reward We regularly benchmark our pay and benefits to stay ahead of the curve. You’ll enjoy:
- Enhanced Annual Leave
- Company Sick Pay
- Enhanced Pension
- Life Assurance
24/7 GP Access – For You & Your Household Need a doctor? No problem. Book a phone or video appointment anytime, day or night. This service covers everyone in your household.
UK Health Cash Plan Cover everyday healthcare costs like dental and optician bills. You and your children are included in the scheme, and you can upgrade to add your partner too!
Employee Assistance Programme Your wellbeing matters. Get confidential support on a wide range of issues, including:
- Freephone counselling (available 24/7)
- Online tools and resources
Refer a Friend – Earn £1,000! Know someone who’d be a great fit? Refer them and get rewarded!(*Terms apply)
How to Apply: For candidates that haven’t worked in this sector before please be aware that for regulatory reasons the application process is far more detailed and thorough compared to other sectors. Please complete the online application form in full, including all employment and education details, and provide a personal statement that makes us keen to speak to you. If you need any assistance or would like any more information, please contact Liz in the Aurora Group Recruitment Team at
Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Aurora Group is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
