Premises Assistant - Birkbeck Primary School

Parkway; Sidcup; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly colleagues

Welcoming school community

Training and development opportunities

Meaningful contribution to daily life

Job summary

Parkway is seeking a committed Premises/Site Assistant to help maintain a safe, secure and welcoming environment for children, staff and visitors. You will work closely with the Premises Manager to ensure the site is well-maintained and fit for purpose, supporting day-to-day operations and events.

The role suits a proactive, practical individual who can build positive relationships with pupils, parents and staff, and contribute to a supportive school community.

Qualifications

• Reliable, trustworthy and conscientious.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Enjoys teamwork but can work independently.
• Good practical skills and ability to undertake basic maintenance tasks.
• Awareness of health and safety in a school environment.
• Able to communicate effectively with children and adults.
• Takes pride in maintaining high standards.
• Organised and forward thinking.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the security and safeguarding of the school site.
• Being a key holder of the school.
• Supporting the maintenance, cleanliness and presentation of buildings and grounds.
• Carrying out minor repairs and basic DIY tasks.
• Assisting with health and safety checks and ensuring compliance with regulations and recording.
• Supporting the setting up of rooms and facilities for school events and activities.
• Monitoring site issues and reporting maintenance requirements.
• Helping to ensure the school remains a safe, welcoming environment for all users.

Skills

Reliability

Teamwork

Practical skills

Health & safety awareness

Communication

Job description

We are seeking to appoint a committed, reliable and enthusiastic Premises/Site Assistant to join our dedicated team and help maintain a safe, secure and welcoming environment for our children, staff and visitors.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive individual who takes pride in their work, enjoys practical tasks and values being part of a supportive school community. The successful candidate will be approachable, hardworking and able to build positive relationships with pupils, parents, staff and external contractors – ensuring they are part of our Birkbeck Crew beyond the site.

Working closely with the Premises Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring that the school site is safe, well-maintained and fit for purpose. You will assist with the day-to-day operation of the premises, helping to provide an environment where children can learn and thrive.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the security and safeguarding of the school site
• Being a key holder of the school
• Supporting the maintenance, cleanliness and presentation of buildings and grounds
• Carrying out minor repairs and basic DIY tasks
• Assisting with health and safety checks and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and accurate recording
• Supporting the setting up of rooms and facilities for school events and activities
• Monitoring site issues and reporting maintenance requirements – being proactive as well as reactive
• Helping to ensure the school remains a safe, warm (or cool) and welcoming environment for all users

We are looking for someone who:

• Is reliable, trustworthy and conscientious
• Has a positive attitude and a willingness to learn
• Enjoys working as part of a team but can also work independently too
• Has good practical skills and the ability to undertake basic maintenance tasks
• Has an awareness of health and safety requirements within a school environment
• Can communicate effectively with children and adults
• Takes pride in maintaining high standards
• Organised and forward thinking

In return, we can offer

• Friendly and supportive colleagues
• A welcoming school community
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• The chance to make a meaningful contribution to the daily life of the school

If you are a practical, motivated individual who would enjoy helping to maintain an environment where children can flourish, we would love to hear from you.