[261016A] Site Assistant

Hill View Primary Academy; Talbot Village; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Hill View Primary Academy in Bournemouth seeks a Site Assistant to manage locking up and support site safety during term time, with occasional duties at Malmesbury Park Primary.

You’ll join a team of colleagues focused on a safe, secure environment for pupils, staff, and visitors. GCSE English and Maths and relevant site experience are desirable.

Qualifications

• Team working and building relationships based on mutual respect.
• Relevant experience of working in a similar role.
• Ability to work independently and use own initiative.
• Effective communication with children and adults.
• Willingness to work collaboratively in a wider team and adapt to new ideas.

Responsibilities

• Locking up the School Site daily.
• Carry out Site Assistant duties as required and assist at Malmesbury Park Primary when needed.
• Ensure safe working practices and safeguarding are upheld.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Independent working

Safeguarding

GCSE English & Maths

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Tools

DBS checks

Job description

Post: Site Assistant

Location: Hill View Primary, Hill View Road, Bournemouth, BH10 5BD

FTE Salary Range: NJC Grade 5 Pt 10 - 15; £28,608 - £31,015

Actual Salary Range: £6,880 - £7,459

Contract Type: Permanent , part time, term time only (39 weeks per year)

Contract Hours: 10 hours per week, Monday to Friday

About the role

We are looking to appoint a Site Assistant who will primarily be responsible for the locking up of the School Site daily, during term time. Other Site Assistant duties will also be required at Hill View Primary with occasional support being provided at Malmesbury Park Primary.

About the successful candidate

You’ll be working in a team of highly skilled colleagues who all want the best in site safety and security for the school.

The role is to ensure that the pupils, staff and visitors have a safe and secure site; experience of working in a busy education environment would be an advantage but is not essential.

We are looking for people who have the following experience and qualities:

Team working and building relationships based on mutual respect

Relevant experience of working in a similar role

Have the ability to work independently and use own initiative when required

Be able to display effective communication skills with both children and adults

Be eager to work collaboratively in a wider team, be adaptable and open to new ideas and practices

Ensure safe working practises and safeguarding practises are upheld

Able to deal with change and unpredictability positively with a “can do” attitude.

Educated to GCSE level in English and Maths

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Rigorous checks will be made of the successful applicant's background credentials, including an enhanced DBS check.

About the School

Hill View Primary Academy provides a happy, secure and stimulating learning environment for every child. Life and learning at Hill View is memorable - we aim to create happy memories children can take long into the future, as well as the skills necessary to succeed. Our teachers and teaching assistants are highly trained and well experienced in all aspects of primary education, meaning our children are supported, encouraged and well-led throughout their time with us.

Hill View Primary is a successful, highly regarded three-form entry primary academy with a PAN of 630. The Academy was inspected in May 2024 and received a Good rating: ‘Cross-curricular links add purpose to pupils’ learning and enable them to apply their skills and understanding in different subjects. Additionally, leaders have ensured that the school’s focus on pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development is reflected in the curriculum.’

About the Trust

We are a family of schools working in partnership for the benefit of all our pupils and students. We believe our charitable aim, to advance education, is best achieved through collaboration, both within the Trust and beyond.

We operate 21 academies across Devon, Cornwall, Dorset, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, serving learners aged 3 to 19. Alongside our primary, all-through and technical provision, we are proud to include a strong and integral network of seven special schools and one alternative provision setting.

These settings are a vital part of our community, providing inclusive, high-quality education for pupils with a wide range of needs, including complex learning profiles, autism, and social, emotional and mental health needs, as well as those who benefit from a more personalised approach. Together, we are committed to helping every young person thrive.

Those we recruit are able to demonstrate that theyshare our values, arehighly motivated towork with colleagues, within and beyond their school, tocontinuously develop their skills and pursue professional excellence.

Next Steps

If you think this role may be for you and want to be involved at this exciting time in our development and have any questions about the position, please get in touch by calling the Recruitment team on 07759365064 or emailing us at [e-mail].

Closing date

for applications is Tuesday 17th November 2026 at midnight

Interview Date

Interviews are provisionally booked for Friday 27th November 2026

Opportunities and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary plus LGPS pension, great career progression and development opportunities, access to our Employee Assistance Programme with many other benefits.

We’re proud of how we support our staff in order that you have high levels of job satisfaction, are aware of the difference you are making for the children and families you work with and can see your contribution towards our community. There are regular opportunities for professional development and training, and a wider community of staff to network with within Reach South Multi Academy Trust. You will have the chance to visit other local schools, work alongside a range of outside professionals and take part in a variety of e‑learning and face‑to‑face training.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Each post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Reach South Academy Trust has an Equal Opportunities Policy for selection and recruitment. Applicants are requested to complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring section of the application form before submitting.