General Facilities Assistant

The Richmond Primary Academy; Skegness; On-site; GBP 6,100 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working patterns

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

The Richmond Primary Academy, part of The David Ross Education Trust, is seeking a part-time Estates and Facilities Assistant. The role covers general site duties, supporting a safe learning environment, and end-of-day locking up. It is a permanent, term-time position working 10 hours per week across 39 weeks.

Salary is NJC03 with FTE £25,614 per year, pro rata £6,080. Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme and other staff benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Good organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Basic understanding of cleaning and general maintenance.
• Flexible attitude to working hours and ability to cover absences and Annual leave.
• Reliable, organised and able to follow instructions.
• Good time management skills.
• Pro-active with problem solving.

Responsibilities

• To carry out general site duties associated within Estates and Facilities.
• To support and assist to ensure a safe and positive learning environment is maintained and that all children behave in an appropriate manner.
• To provide locking up service at the end of each school day.

Skills

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Reliability

Time management

Teamwork

Pro-active attitude

Job description

To carry out general site duties associated within all areas of Estates and Facilities and assist in preparation and organisational needs of the Academy under the general direction of the person in charge of the site.

To support and assist to ensure a safe and positive learning environment is maintained and that all children behave in an appropriate manner.

To provide locking up service at the end of each school day.

10 hours per week, term time 39 week contract. Permanent role.

About our Academy

At Richmond Primary Academy, we are relentless in our drive for every child to have access to a world class education and enrichment opportunities to help them build a life-long love of learning. We expect all of our children to show good behaviour for learning at all times, which enables the classrooms to be a hub of learning. We firmly believe in educating the whole child, to ensure that all children can reach their full potential both academically and as creative and curious individuals.

Our aim is that our children leave us ready to achieve in their secondary education, as independent learners with a strong sense of self and a secure knowledge base of how to be a successful global citizen.

Salary & Benefits

NJC03 £25,614pa FTE - £6,080 pro rata

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education

Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme

Awards and Recognition Scheme

Flexible working patterns

Benefits Platform : Health & Wellbeing Programme : Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

Good organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure.

Basic understanding of cleaning and general maintenance.

Flexible attitude to working hours and ability to work as part of a team to cover absences and Annual leave.

Reliable, organised and able to follow instructions.

Good time management skills

Pro-active with problem solving

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust’s mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

We are a network of unique and diverse academies across the country, committed to delivering a world-class, knowledge-rich education that empowers pupils to reach their fullest potential. Spanning North Yorkshire, the East Riding of Yorkshire, North-East Lincolnshire, the East Midlands and London, our network of 36 academies serves over 14,600 pupils and employs 2,300 dedicated staff.

Our family of schools includes 24 primaries, 10 secondaries, an all-through school in London’s Olympic Park, and a special school in Lincolnshire supporting pupils aged 2-19 with a broad range of special educational needs. As one of only 11 system leaders nationwide, we are recognised for our unwavering commitment to educational excellence, our innovative curriculum, and ability to drive sustained school improvement at scale. At the heart of our Mission is a deep belief in the transformative power of education. We are committed to ensuring that every child - regardless of their background - has access to an exceptional academic experience enriched by extensive co‑curricular opportunities.

We broaden the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well‑rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.