Assistant Site Manager at Whitelands Academy

Whitelands Academy; Bicester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Menopause support network

Discounts for Teachers

Job summary

Whitelands Academy in Bicester is seeking an Assistant Site Manager to join our team. This permanent, full-time role offers 37 hours per week all year round with a starting ASAP. Salary range Grade L £27,274–£31,014, located on site in a modern school environment.

The successful candidate will bring a hands-on approach, be flexible for split shifts, and demonstrate strong numeracy and literacy skills. Prior hands-on/site management experience, especially in schools, is preferred.

Qualifications

• Have a hands-on approach and can-do attitude.
• Be flexible to accommodate a split shift working pattern for peak periods.
• Have good numeracy and literacy skills.
• Have experience of working as a handyperson / caretaker / site manager, ideally in a school or similar environment.

Skills

hands-on attitude

can-do attitude

numeracy skills

literacy skills

experience as handyperson

caretaker/site manager experience

Job description

About this Role

Please note thatapplications will be reviewed as received and should a suitable candidate beidentified, we may close the vacancy early. Therefore, early application isencouraged.

Role: Assistant Site Manager

Hours: full time 37 hours per week all year round

Contract: Permanent

Salary: Grade L - £27,274 - £31,014

Start: ASAP

Vacancy Details

At Whitelands Academy, our vision is to nurture extraordinary young people ready for global success. Every child deserves to be fully aware and prepared for success in the world we live in.

• 1. To offer anaspirational education - all students deserve to leave Whitelands Academy witha competitive academic footing.
• 2. To provideinspirational opportunities - opening students' eyes to the possibilitieswithin the world.
• 3. To uphold exceptionalstandards - if we role model what high standards are, students will be able to uphold the same high standards for themselves as adults.

We welcome you to find out more about our vision by watching our video. YouTube

About Whitelands Academy

Whitelands Academy is a new, mixed, comprehensive11-16 school in Bicester. The school provides 600 places for students in a newbuilding with state-of-the-art facilities. In our most recent Ofsted inspection, the school was rated GOOD in most areas and OUTSTANDING in others-atestament to the dedication and passion of our entire team and schoolcommunity. Our school community is often complimented on theirwarmth, teamwork and ambition. There is a collegiate feel amongst staff acrossthe school with a shared passion and drive to providing the best possibleeducation. Our students are respectful and aspirational. They have a thirst tolearn and are keen to involve themselves in our co-curricular programme andleadership opportunities making this a very fulfilling environment to teachin. There is something special about working at Whitelands Academy and we warmly invite you to visit us. Please contact our reception team([email protected]) and they will be delighted toarrange your visit.

Ofsted Report

"In a short space of time, leaders and trustees havesuccessfully created a distinctive and vibrant school. Pupils are being wellprepared to succeed academically and to become responsible citizens. Highexpectations of all pupils and a clear set of values, known as 'our traits',are the foundations of the school. Pupils understand and live up to thesevalues. They enjoy the learning and are appreciative of the help they receivefrom staff, who know them well. Relationships between staff and pupils are warm. Theyinteract well at break and lunchtimes. Pupils appreciate the work that teachersdo to recognise their individual successes and to support them when needed. Pupils' positive attitudes to learning and theconsistent use of the behaviour policy lead to a purposeful atmosphere inlessons. Staff have been well trained to use teaching methods that challengeand support all pupils, including those with SEND."

The provision for pupils' personaldevelopment is outstanding.

The curriculum helps "develop pupils' spiritual,moral, social and cultural understanding". This is especially the case when itcomes to important issues such as knowing "what's right and what's wrong" andconfidence in their understanding of building healthy relationships.

You can find the full report here:

https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50211343

All About You

Doyou have what it takes to join us? The Site Manager we would like to join uswill:

• Havea hands-on approach and can-do attitude.
• Beflexible in order to accommodate a split shift working pattern to ensureadequate cover at peak periods.
• Havegood numeracy and literacy skills.
• Haveexperience of working as a handyperson / caretaker / site manager, ideally in a school or similar environment.

Why Work for us?

Whitelands Academy is a dynamic and rewarding workplace at any stage of your career. New professionals will benefit from comprehensive mentoring and extensive professional development. Experienced colleagues will find a strong sense of community and a relationship within the entire school. At Whitelands Academy, all staff have the opportunity to collaborate and contribute to shaping the school's growth. We value theopinions of all staff members, and our continual evolution provides many opportunities for whole school leadership and personal development.

We think you will love working with us andhere are some of the reasons why:

• We are a welcoming and supportive school with strong values and a caring ethos.
• Our staff are a hardworking team dedicated tohelping children succeed.
• Our children are engaged and eager to learn.
• We have a supportive leadership team and wider school community.
• As part of The White Horse Federationmulti-academy trust, we benefit from their support, encouragement, shared resources and outstanding CPD opportunities.

The White Horse Federation is a large Multi-Academy Trust in SouthWest and South East England, committed to providing the very best education forour students. We believe in empowering our staff to be the very best they can be, and that is why you will find a wide range of professional development opportunities available to you when you join us.

TheAdvantages of joining our Federation

In addition, ouremployees reap the rewards of a competitive benefits package, including:

• Employee Assistance programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Menopause support network

Discounts,save money on holidays, clothing and much more:

• Discounts for Teachers - All staff within the Trust can take advantage of the discounts
• Blue Light Discount
• Eye Care Vouchers

Development

• Access to up-to-date training on safeguarding and child protection to ensure staff are fully supported in their roles, including ongoing updates on statutory safeguarding guidance and legislation.
• CPD Programme
• Supportive leadership team to help you reach your full potential

Pension/ Leave and Service

• Excellent Pension Scheme*
• Employer contributions above national standards
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• An additional White Horse concessionary day's leave per year

The White Horse Federation is committed tosafeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful for this role,you will be expected to apply for a disclosure from the Disclosure and BarringService before an appointment is confirmed. Please note that references will be besought on shortlisted candidates before the interview.

The White Horse Federation values uniqueness andrecognises the benefit of having a diverse workforce. We value thecontributions of all staff from a wide range of backgrounds and we arecommitted to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of thecommunities we serve. At The White Horse Federation, we believe that everyone should be treated with fairness and respect and share a commitment to Equality,Diversity and Inclusion at all of our schools. We welcome applications from allbackgrounds and operate a fair recruitment process, free from discrimination against protectedcharacteristics, in line with the Equality Act 2010.