Site and Farm Team Assistant

Academics; Dunstable; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated SEN school in Dunstable is seeking a Site and Farm Team Assistant to maintain school grounds and support farm operations. The ideal candidate is reliable and enjoys outdoor work. Responsibilities include maintaining facilities, caring for animals, and ensuring safety standards. A unique opportunity to impact students' lives positively in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for training and development

Work with animals and outdoors

Role with real purpose and impact

Qualifications

• Experience in a maintenance, groundskeeping or animal care role is desirable (but not essential).
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weathers.
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one prior to starting).

Responsibilities

• Assist with the upkeep of school buildings, classrooms, and outdoor areas.
• Support the daily running of the school's farm, including feeding and caring for animals.
• Carry out health and safety checks across the site.

Skills

Reliable

Hardworking

Practical

Team player

Can-do attitude

Job description

Site and Farm Team Assistant - SEN School - Dunstable

Are you passionate about working in a hands-on role where no two days are the same? Do you enjoy the outdoors, working with animals, and making a real difference to young people's lives? This Site and Farm Team Assistant will be the role for you!

Academics is working with a vibrant and dedicated SEN School in Dunstable who are seeking a proactive Site and Farm Team Assistant to join their team in the education and training sector. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a supportive environment where your work directly impacts the well-being and development of our students.

Location: Dunstable

Salary: £24,413 per annum

Sector: Education and Training

Start Date: Immediate

About the Role:

As a Site and Farm Team Assistant you will work as part of the site and farm team to ensure our school grounds, facilities, and farm are maintained to a high standard. From general maintenance and site safety checks to supporting the care of their farm animals, you'll play an essential part in creating a safe, engaging and nurturing environment for their learners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the upkeep of school buildings, classrooms, and outdoor areas
• Support the daily running of the school's farm, including feeding and caring for animals
• Carry out health and safety checks across the site
• Help prepare outdoor learning spaces for educational activities
• Ability to commute to Dunstable
• Work alongside staff and students to promote a positive and inclusive environment

About You:

• Reliable, hardworking, and practical
• Experience in a maintenance, groundskeeping or animal care role is desirable (but not essential)
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weathers
• A team player with a can-do attitude and a genuine interest in supporting young people
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one prior to starting)

What We Offer:

• A supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• The chance to work in a unique setting that combines education, care, and the natural environment
• A role where your work has real purpose and impact

Ready to join us?

Apply for Site and Farm Team Assistant in Dunstable today and start your next rewarding chapter supporting young people at SEN school in the education and training environment.