Site Assistant

Ormiston Forge Academy; Cradley Heath; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Flexible working

Cycle to work

Health programme

Job summary

Ormiston Forge Academy is seeking a Site Assistant to support day-to-day maintenance, security and smooth operation of the academy site. You will help ensure buildings and grounds are safe, clean and well maintained, responding to site issues and performing general caretaking duties.

You will work closely with the Site Manager to provide a welcoming, safe environment for students, staff and visitors, with responsibilities including ICT for record-keeping and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Caretaking or site maintenance experience.
• Practical and hands-on approach to maintenance tasks.
• Confident using ICT for record-keeping and communication.
• Good communicator with colleagues and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day maintenance, security and smooth running of the academy site.
• Respond to site issues and carry out general maintenance and caretaking duties.
• Work with Site Manager to ensure buildings and grounds are safe, clean and well maintained.
• Provide a welcoming, safe environment for students, staff and visitors.

Skills

Caretaking experience

ICT literacy

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Work where it matters most, achieve what matters moreBe part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.Here at Ormiston Forge Academy we are looking for a Site Assistant to support the day-to-day maintenance, security and smooth running of the academy site. You will help ensure the buildings and grounds are safe, clean, secure and well maintained, responding to site issues and carrying out general maintenance and caretaking duties as required. You will work closely with the Site Manager and wider academy team to provide a welcoming, safe and positive environment for students, staff and visitors.

About You

• Reliable, trustworthy and able to work on their own initiative.
• Practical and hands-on, with experience of caretaking, site support or general maintenance.
• Flexible and proactive, willing to respond to a variety of challenges.
• Confident with ICT for record-keeping and communication.
• A good communicator with strong interpersonal skills, able to build positive relationships with colleagues and contractors.

Why work for Ormiston?

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset. We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys... The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thriveWorking for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serveBeing part of a team and community where you belong – being part of a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communitiesA supportive environment to grow your career – an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefit.

Benefits

As a staff member at an Ormiston Academies Trust (OAT) academy, you can expect a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional development, personal well-being, and work-life balance. While specific benefits may vary slightly between individual academies, the core offerings across the Trust include:

• A collaborative space where people feel respected, empowered, and truly valued
• A nationwide school network offering shared resources and opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements
• Generous pension and life cover
• Discounts on retail, travel and leisure through ourbenefitsplatform
• Access to discounts including the Blue Light Card
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to health and well-being programmes, including counselling service

The young people at Ormiston Forge Academy deserve nothing less than the best and so if you can be the best then we would very much like to hear from you!For an informal discussion or to arrange a tour of the academy please contact Kirsty Fleming (Academy HR Partner), on 01384 566 598 or email [e-mail]

Ormiston Forge Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity.Flexible working opportunities will be considered.

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974