Site Agent

Wixams Academy; Higher Folds; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Wixams Academy is seeking a practical Site Agent to maintain and manage the school site across Wixams, Bedford and associated academies. You will carry out repairs, ensure safety and presentation, and support health and safety checks, with liaison to contractors and staff.

The role follows a rotating shift pattern and requires confident communication with staff, pupils and visitors. DBS checks are part of safeguarding requirements for appointments.

Qualifications

• Practical maintenance, repair and DIY skills.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety requirements.
• Reliable, proactive and adaptable approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational and problem‑solving skills.
• Confident communicator with staff, pupils, visitors and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out maintenance, repairs, and DIY tasks across the school site.
• Ensuring the school buildings and grounds are safe, secure, and well-presented.
• Supporting health and safety compliance and site inspections.
• Managing site security, including opening and locking up the premises.
• Liaising with contractors and overseeing maintenance works.
• Responding to emergencies and resolving issues quickly.
• Supporting school events and community lettings.
• Maintaining records, inspections, and compliance documentation.

Skills

Maintenance skills

Health & Safety knowledge

Independent worker

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

Location: Wixams Academy, Wixams, Bedford, MK42 6BA
Salary: £26,625 - £30,108 per annum
Hours: Full Time, 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Responsible to: Regional Site Manager

Are you a practical, hands‑on problem solver who takes pride in creating safe, welcoming, and well‑maintained environments? We are looking for a dedicated Site Agent to join our team and play a key role in keeping our school running smoothly!

What You'll Be Doing

• Carrying out maintenance, repairs, and DIY tasks across the school site
• Ensuring the school buildings and grounds are safe, secure, and well-presented
• Supporting health and safety compliance and site inspections
• Managing site security, including opening and locking up the premises
• Liaising with contractors and overseeing maintenance works
• Responding to emergencies and resolving issues quickly
• Supporting school events and community lettings
• Maintaining records, inspections, and compliance documentation

Working Pattern

We operate a rotating shift pattern to support the needs of the school and lettings programme:

Week 1: Five morning shifts starting at 7:00am
Week 2: Five afternoon/evening shifts starting at 12:30pm

The pattern alternates weekly and may occasionally vary to meet operational requirements.

What We're Looking For

• Practical maintenance, repair, and DIY skills
• Knowledge of Health & Safety requirements
• Reliable, proactive, and adaptable approach
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organisational and problem‑solving skills
• Confident communicator who can build positive relationships with staff, pupils, visitors, and contractors

Where You'll Work

• Wixams Academy
• Wixams Tree Primary
• Bedford Road Primary Academy

Why Join Us?

• Make a real difference to the school community every day
• Varied and rewarding role with no two days the same
• Supportive team environment
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.