Premises Assistant - Level 3

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Box; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellbeing support

Training and development opportunities

Staff discounts and benefits

Job summary

St Bart’s Multi Academy Trust is seeking a highly motivated premises assistant to join Abbey Hill Academy & College at the Norton site. The role supports a safe, well-run school environment, performing security checks, basic repairs and maintenance coordination.

During holidays you may work across Abbey Hill sites; you will be a designated key holder, handle deliveries, support health and safety compliance, and assist with lettings. A supportive Trust culture awaits.

Responsibilities

• Ensure buildings and site are secure; perform daily security checks and lock/unlock buildings.
• Keep records relating to maintenance and security.
• Follow health and safety regulations (COSHH) and report hazards.
• Undertake general portage duties including moving furniture and equipment.
• Undertake minor repairs not requiring a qualified craftsman.
• Replace consumables (toilet rolls, soap, towels) as needed.
• Operate heating, cooling, lighting and security systems (CCTV/alarms).
• Receive deliveries to the school site.
• Carry out minor plant maintenance (e.g., lubrication of heating pumps).
• Collect and assemble waste for collection.
• Periodic cleaning of designated areas.
• Assist with maintenance of specialised equipment.
• Undertake lettings and related tasks per local agreements.
• Act as designated key holder for emergency access.
• Act as school contact for premises contractors.
• Organise asbestos testing and health/safety procedures.
• Be responsible for safeguarding of children and young people.
• Any other duties appropriate to the post.

Job description

The St Bart's Multi Academy Trust, in partnership with Governors, staff and children of Abbey Hill Academy & College are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our hard working and committed team.

At Abbey Hill Academy & College our children come first. High expectations, mutual trust and respect are underpinned by a warm, supportive ethos. In the best interests of our children we work very closely with our partner Academies. The successful candidate will be working alongside a team of caring, enthusiastic, dedicated staff, who are well-supported by their Senior Leadership Team.

St Bart’s Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further details regarding this check are available from schools. More information on St Bart’s Multi Academy Trust including our Prospectus and Safeguarding Policy can be found on our website https://sbmat.org.

This role is based at our Norton Site, St Nicholas Avenue ST6 8JW

During the holidays the successful candidate would work between all Abbey Hill sites

Job Purpose

To assist in the maintenance and security of the school premises and site, ensuring a safe workingenvironment, as directed.

Key Duties / Responsibilities

1. Ensure that buildings and site are secure, undertaking daily security checks including locking andunlocking of buildings at pre-determined times
2. Keep records relating to maintenance and security
3. Perform duties in line with health and safety regulations (COSHH) and take action where hazardsare identified, report serious hazards to line manager immediately
4. Undertake general portage duties including moving furniture and equipment within school
5. Undertake minor repairs (i.e. not requiring qualified craftsperson) and maintenance of the buildingsand site
6. Replacing such consumables on the premises in appropriate locations as are not covered byalternative arrangements, e.g. toilet rolls, soap, towels etc.
7. Operate systems such as heating, cooling, lighting and security (including CCTV and alarms)
8. Receive deliveries to the school site
9. Minor plant maintenance in accordance with agreed working practices and procedures. E.g.lubrication of heating pumps
10. Collect and assemble waste for collection
11. Periodic cleaning of designated areas of the school building and grounds according to instructions
12. Assist with the maintenance of specialised equipment following training, for examplesports/theatrical equipment
13. Undertake lettings and carry out associated tasks, in line with local agreements
14. Act as a designated key holder, providing emergency access to the school site
15. Act as school contact in relation to premises related contractors
16. Organise testing for asbestos and other health and safety procedures
17. Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within theacademy, raising any concerns following academy protocol/procedures
18. Any other duties appropriate to the post.

Our Offer To You

When you join the St Bart’s family, you’re joining a Trust that truly values it’s people. We’re proud to live by our PEACE values- Passion, Encouragement, Ambition, Collaboration, and Enjoyment, which are at the heart of everything we do.

Here’s what you can expect from us:
A welcoming, supportive culture where everyone is respected, included and valued for who they are.
Health and wellbeing support -including access to mental health resources, wellbeing days, discounted fitness memberships and staff discounts via Kaarp Benefits.
Opportunities to grow- we’re passionate about development, with access to training, leadership pathways and mentoring to help you reach your goals.
Recognition and rewards -from staff awards to everyday appreciation, your hard work is seen and celebrated.
Financial peace of mind- competitive pay, pension schemes through LGPS or Teachers’ Pensions, and travel benefits.
Your voice matters- regular feedback opportunities, engagement surveys and open conversations help shape how we grow together.

And above all, you’ll be part of something amazing - making a real difference to the lives of our brilliant young people every single day.