Peripatetic Site Assistant

Northumberland Church of England Academy; Ashington; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing support

Childcare provision (The Nest)

CPD opportunities

Gym discounts

Blue Light Card discounts

Job summary

Northumber­land Church of England Academy Trust in Ashington invites applications for a Peripatetic Site Assistant. You will perform general maintenance and caretaking to keep the campus safe, secure and well presented. The role covers Josephine Butler Campus in Ashington, with travel between sites required.

The position is permanent, 37 hours per week, band 5 salary (£29,542 - £32,578). Experience in basic plumbing, joinery or electrical tasks is desirable and a full UK driving licence is

Responsibilities

• General maintenance, such as basic plumbing, joinery, fixing work and minor electrical tasks (e.g. changing lightbulbs)
• Opening and closing the school buildings, conducting routine security/alarm checks, and responding to emergency call outs.
• Conduct essential safety checks such as emergency lighting tests, water monitoring, and fire alarm testing.
• Keep external areas clean, safe and clear of debris such as leaves and branches. This also includes gritting and snow clearance during bad weather.
• Support with daily school operations, such as setting up rooms and halls for events such as parents evening, exams, and assemblies.

Job description

# Peripatetic Site AssistantEmployer: Northumberland Church of England Academy TrustLocation: Ashington, NorthumberlandContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: Band 5 ((£29,542 - £32,578)Posted: 14th September 2026Expires: 28th September 2026 09:00 AMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1573765* Share :* Print**Hours:** 37 hours per week, all year round **Salary:** Band 5 (£29,542 - £32,578) **Contract:** PermanentThe Trust has a unique opportunity for a Peripatetic Site Assistant to join the team and provide quality maintenance and caretaking support at the Josephine Butler Campus in Ashington.This role is perfect for a skilled professional that is looking for a rewarding career in an environment that provides variety and purpose. The ideal candidate will help ensure that the school's building, grounds and facilities are safe, secure, and well maintained at all times.Josephine Butler is our largest campus so this is quite a busy role, with additional duties in areas such as the hydro-pool, lettings, and the operation of BMS systems.The role will be focused on practical, hands-on maintenance and DIY repairs that ensure site presentation and safety. No two days are the same, and the role may require flexibility to travel between different sites, so a full UK driving licence is essential.**Main Responsibilities:*** General maintenance, such as basic plumbing, joinery, fixing work and minor electrical tasks (e.g. changing lightbulbs)* Opening and closing the school buildings, conducting routine security/alarm checks, and responding to emergency call outs.* Conduct essential safety checks such as emergency lighting tests, water monitoring, and fire alarm testing.* Keep external areas clean, safe and clear of debris such as leaves and branches. This also includes gritting and snow clearance during bad weather.* Support with daily school operations, such as setting up rooms and halls for events such as parents evening, exams, and assemblies.**Our Benefits*** An excellent pension scheme with a generous employer contribution from the Trust.* 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme, providing confidential wellbeing and support services.* Comprehensive mental health and wellbeing support for all staff through Dittolo.* Access to The Nest, our childcare provision in Ashington and Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, offering both paid and free 30-hour places for eligible families.* CPD opportunities with support from across the Trust.* Gym membership discounts, with reduced rates at Sculpt Ashington and Places Leisure.* Eligibility for a Blue Light Card, giving Trust staff exclusive discounts at major retailers including Apple, JD Sports and TUI.If you are ready for a new challenge and would like to work in a hands-on role, we would love to hear from you!### AttachmentsJB Peripatetic Site Assistant JD PS### Safeguarding Statement:Northumberland Church of England Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.