Flexible School Site & Maintenance Assistant

Tkat (the Kemnal Academies Trust); Gosport; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Job summary

Bridgemary School is seeking a dedicated Site & Maintenance Assistant to join the premises team. You will perform first-line repairs, assist with opening/closing, manage grounds and deliveries, and support routine safety checks to keep buildings and spaces safe and welcoming for students and staff.

The role involves varied duties from minor DIY to coordinating event setups, with training provided on COSHH and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Practical Skills: Proven experience in general maintenance, caretaking, or a specific trade (e.g., carpentry, plumbing, painting).
• Problem Solvers: An ability to work on your own initiative, manage a varied workload, and respond quickly to urgent issues.
• Team Players: A friendly, approachable professional who communicates effectively with school staff and contractors.
• Safety Minded: Awareness of health and safety regulations (COSHH, manual handling) is highly desirable, though training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• General Maintenance: Carry out first-line repairs, minor DIY, painting, decorating, and basic repair tasks.
• Security & Safety: Assist with the opening and closing of the school buildings, routinely checking security systems, and maintaining clear emergency exits.
• Grounds & Porterage: Keep the school grounds tidy, manage waste disposal, and handle deliveries or the moving of furniture for school events and exams.
• Health & Safety: Conduct routine safety checks, including water hygiene logging, fire alarm testing, and reporting any major hazards to the Site Manager.

Skills

Practical skills

Problem solving

Team player

Safety awareness

Job description

Bridgemary School is seeking a dedicated Site & Maintenance Assistant to join the premises team. You will perform first-line repairs, assist with opening/closing, manage grounds and deliveries, and support routine safety checks to keep buildings and spaces safe and welcoming for students and staff.

The role involves varied duties from minor DIY to coordinating event setups, with training provided on COSHH and safety standards.