Job title and organisation: Facilities and Maintenance Operative - Leeds Arts University
Salary: £28,009 - £30,520 per annum
Hours:  37 per week on a rota'd shift pattern
Contract: Permanent
Location: Blenhiem Walk/Vernon Street, Leeds
Closing Date: Sunday 1 February 2026 

Leeds Arts University is the only specialist arts University in the North of England. We have contributed significantly to the development of arts education for over 170 years, and have developed a national and international reputation based on the achievements of our students and staff.  

The role is to join our team of Facilities and Maintenance Operatives providing essential building maintenance and support services across the Estate. In the role you will assist with routine maintenance, repairs, planned maintenance and security of university buildings, furniture and equipment, joining a busy in-house team, who are supported by external contractors. As a key holder, you will work on a rota basis to ensure that the University buildings are safe secure and ready for use. You will also assist in the preparation of buildings and logistics for University events. 

Applicants should have experience of working in a building support or maintenance role or have undertaken these duties as part of another post, and have access to their own transport to enable them to act as a key holder. A trade background and experience of supporting events is desirable. 

The hours will be on a rota shift pattern including 6am starts, late finishes and weekend working. Start or finish times may vary depending on University activity and shift pattern. 

A full list of the essential criteria for the role can be found in the job description, and as noted above the role does necessitate a flexible working pattern. 

To apply:  

Please note CV’s will not be accepted for this position. If you would like to apply for this vacancy, please visit the Leeds Arts University website. 

This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring service check.

Closing date: Sunday 1st February 2026 at 11:59pm

Interview date: Thursday 12th February 2026 (in person)

Leeds Arts University is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all learners and expect our staff to share this commitment. All appointments will be made on merit, and as an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. In recognition of our commitment to create a diverse team that draws from our widest talent pool, we would particularly encourage applications from groups who are currently under-represented at this level, which in this case is our Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic applicants.

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