School Site & Facilities Assistant (Part-Time)

Elstow School; Elstow; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

Elstow School is seeking a proactive Site Assistant to join our Facilities Team. The role involves practical maintenance, repairs, and helping keep the school safe and well presented.

The successful candidate will have hands-on experience, good communication skills, and a willingness to undertake COSHH and safeguarding checks. 52 weeks a year, 20 hours per week, Monday–Friday 6:30am–10:30am.

Qualifications

• Experience in building maintenance, caretaking or site work.
• Experience in basic repairs and maintenance.
• Experience opening, closing and securing buildings.
• Strong IT skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Substantial knowledge of Health and Safety (COSHH).
• Understanding safeguarding principles.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training.
• Current valid driving licence preferable (D1/D1 extension).

Responsibilities

• Ensure security of premises and porter tasks as needed.
• General repairs and maintenance across the site.
• Liaise with contractors and suppliers to coordinate works.
• Help keep the school safe, clean and well maintained.
• Assist with grounds maintenance and vehicle management.
• Support health and safety compliance across the site.
• Open/close buildings and manage access as required.
• Assist with driving duties when required.

Skills

Maintenance

Grounds maintenance

Driving licence

Communication skills

Health & Safety

Job description

Elstow School is seeking a proactive Site Assistant to join our Facilities Team. The role involves practical maintenance, repairs, and helping keep the school safe and well presented.

The successful candidate will have hands-on experience, good communication skills, and a willingness to undertake COSHH and safeguarding checks. 52 weeks a year, 20 hours per week, Monday–Friday 6:30am–10:30am.