Site and Farm Team Assistant

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

Job summary

A dedicated educational organization in Luton is seeking a Site and Farm Team Assistant to ensure the maintenance of school grounds and support the care of farm animals. This hands-on role offers a unique opportunity to work in a vibrant environment, making a real difference to young people's lives. Ideal candidates will be reliable, practical, and comfortable working outdoors, with an interest in supporting students. Immediate start available, with competitive salary.

Benefits

A supportive and friendly working environment

Opportunities for training and professional development

Unique setting combining education, care, and the natural environment

Meaningful work with direct impact

Qualifications

• 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.

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.
• Work alongside staff and students to promote a positive and inclusive environment.

Job description

Site and Farm Team Assistant - SEN School - Luton

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!

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.

Academics is working with a vibrant and dedicated SEN School in Luton 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: Luton

Salary: £24,413 per annum

Sector: Education and Training

Start Date: Immediate

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

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 Luton
• 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

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