Site Assistant

Enhanced DBS Required For This Role: 

We are seeking a reliable and practical Building Services Supervisor to join our busy Site Team. This role would suit someone with experience as a handyman, caretaker, premises assistant, or an individual with DIY and maintenance skills who enjoys a hands-on working environment.

 Working under the direction of the Site Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring our school buildings, grounds, and facilities remain safe, secure, clean, and welcoming for pupils, staff, and visitors. The role operates on a variable shift pattern, with working hours scheduled between 7.00am and 6.00pm.

Taking responsibility for site security through keyholding duties, including site opening, lock-up procedures, and alarm operation.
Maintaining the school grounds and outdoor areas, including litter picking, gritting, snow clearance, and other routine grounds maintenance tasks.

Supporting the preparation and clearing of classrooms, halls, and outdoor spaces for lessons, assemblies and school events and help manage deliveries and site stock.
Carrying out routine maintenance, minor repairs, and general building upkeep to a high standard.
Assisting with porterage duties, including moving furniture, equipment, and deliveries as required.
Working in accordance with health and safety procedures and contributing to a positive safety culture across the school.
Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people in line with the school's safeguarding policies and procedures.
 We are looking for someone who: 

Has a practical, hands-on approach and is happy to undertake a range of physical duties.
Possesses good DIY and maintenance skills, along with a proactive attitude and commitment to maintaining our school buildings and grounds to a high standard.
Enjoys working both indoors and outdoors in a busy school environment alongside pupils, staff, visitors, and contractors.
Demonstrates a flexible approach to work and a positive, solution-focused "can-do" attitude.
Works effectively as part of a team and contributes positively to the wider school community.
Is able to work independently, using initiative to identify and resolve issues when required
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed