School Site Facilities & Safety Assistant

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 29,064 - 31,022; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Career progression opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Reach South Multi Academy Trust is seeking a reliable Site Assistant to join GAIL Academy in Gloucester. Working closely with the Site Manager, you will help ensure the school remains safe, welcoming and well‑maintained for pupils, staff and visitors.

The role involves practical site tasks, health and safety checks, setting up rooms, monitoring security and supporting day‑to‑day operations. Previous school maintenance experience is helpful, but practical, willing learners are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Has practical maintenance or facilities experience.
• Understands the importance of health and safety in the workplace.
• Can confidently use hand tools and maintenance equipment.
• Has good organisational and communication skills.
• Is able to prioritise tasks and manage a varied workload.
• Is dependable, proactive and takes pride in their work.
• Shares our commitment to safeguarding and supporting young people.

Responsibilities

• Undertake a range of practical site duties, including maintenance tasks and health and safety checks.
• Set up rooms and resources and monitor the security of the premises.
• Respond to the needs of the school throughout the day.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Health and safety

Hand tools

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Prioritising tasks

Reliability

Safeguarding

Tools

Maintenance tools

Job description

Reach South Multi Academy Trust is seeking a reliable Site Assistant to join GAIL Academy in Gloucester. Working closely with the Site Manager, you will help ensure the school remains safe, welcoming and well‑maintained for pupils, staff and visitors.

The role involves practical site tasks, health and safety checks, setting up rooms, monitoring security and supporting day‑to‑day operations. Previous school maintenance experience is helpful, but practical, willing learners are encouraged to apply.