School Site & Maintenance Assistant (Flexible Hours)

Cumbria Education Trust; Yanwath; On-site; GBP 5,600 - 7,500; Part time

Job summary

Site Assistant role at Yanwath Primary School within the Cumbria Education Trust. The position involves caretaking, maintenance and security duties to ensure a safe, welcoming school environment. Scope includes occasional cross-site support within the Southern Hub and collaboration with the wider site team.

The role offers 10 hours per week with a flexible Monday-to-Friday pattern and 38 + 3 weeks per year. DBS checks are required and there is emphasis on safety and proactive problem solving.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance or caretaking roles.
• Awareness of health, safety and hygiene procedures.
• Willingness to undertake training and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Carry out minor repairs and maintenance tasks (e.g., replacing handles, changing light bulbs).
• Support general upkeep of school buildings and facilities.
• Assist with security checks and opening/locking school premises.
• Move furniture and equipment for assemblies and events; assist with site transport as needed.

Skills

Maintenance skills

Caretaking

Health and safety awareness

Team player

Independent worker

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Site Assistant role at Yanwath Primary School within the Cumbria Education Trust. The position involves caretaking, maintenance and security duties to ensure a safe, welcoming school environment. Scope includes occasional cross-site support within the Southern Hub and collaboration with the wider site team.

The role offers 10 hours per week with a flexible Monday-to-Friday pattern and 38 + 3 weeks per year. DBS checks are required and there is emphasis on safety and proactive problem solving.