Site Assistant

Larwood School; East Ham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Larwood School is seeking a reliable Site Assistant to support the safe, secure and efficient operation of the school site. You will assist with caretaking, maintenance and health and safety duties to ensure a clean, safe and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

Working with the Site Manager and Headteacher, you will help maintain buildings and grounds to a high standard and support after-school lettings and events as required.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a school or similar environment.
• Proven ability in site maintenance and DIY tasks.
• Able to work independently and use initiative.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Good time management skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Physically able to move and carry furniture and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Caretaking & General Maintenance: carry out general maintenance and DIY tasks; assist in identifying maintenance works; undertake planned and reactive maintenance with the Site Manager.
• Site Safety & Security: maintain site security; ensure safe access during adverse weather; safeguard pupils.
• Health & Safety: identify and report risks; take action to mitigate hazards; comply with policies and statutory requirements.
• Facilities Support: receive deliveries; move items; prepare rooms for meetings and events.
• Emergencies & Contractors: assist with contingency procedures; liaise with contractors and ensure permits are in place.

Skills

School environment experience

DIY maintenance

Time management

Calm under pressure

Driving licence

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable and proactive Site Assistant to support the safe, secure and efficient operation of the Larwood School site. The successful candidate will assist with general caretaking, maintenance and health and safety duties to ensure a clean, safe and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

Working closely with the Site Manager, Headteacher and wider Trust site team, you will play a vital role in maintaining school buildings and grounds to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Caretaking & General Maintenance
• Carry out general maintenance and DIY tasks, including minor repairs, painting and furniture replacement
• Assist in identifying and prioritising maintenance works across the school site
• Undertake planned and reactive maintenance tasks in liaison with the Site Manager
• Clear blockages, clean drains, gullies and grease traps, and respond to spillages
• Ensure school buildings and grounds are clean, safe and litter-free
• Support the wider Trust site team as required

Site Safety & Security

• Ensure site security, including windows, doors and alarm systems
• Maintain safe access during adverse weather, including snow clearing and gritting
• Remain vigilant to pupil safety and safeguarding at all times

Health & Safety

• Identify, report and manage health and safety risks
• Take immediate action to make hazards safe
• Comply with Trust and school policies, procedures and statutory requirements

Facilities Support

• Receive deliveries and transport items around the site
• Prepare rooms and halls for meetings and events, returning them to original layouts

After School Lettings

• Support after-school lettings by preparing and securing hired areas

Emergencies & Contractors

• Assist with emergency and contingency procedures
• Support and liaise with contractors, ensuring permits and documentation are in place

General Duties

• Participate in appraisal and professional development
• Carry out duties appropriate to the grade as directed
• Work across other Trust sites when required

Person Specification

Experience & Skills

• Experience working in a school or similar environment
• Proven ability in site maintenance and DIY tasks
• Able to work independently and use initiative
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities
• Good time management skills
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Physically able to move and carry furniture and equipment

Essential

Full UK driving licence

We were judged as ‘good’ by Ofsted in all areas during inspection in November 2022 and 'outstanding' for Behaviour. We became an academy school in Nov 2016 and are the lead school in a 2-school multi academy trust. We also provide outreach support for primary schools within Stevenage, focusing on behaviour management support strategies. We have a range of well-being initiatives and numerous opportunities for growth and development. This includes:

• Direct access to a doctor at a time/place that suits you using Education Mutual
• Dedicated staff attendance reward scheme
• Access to counselling and physiotherapy should you need it (subject to conditions)
• Dedicated training program
• Opportunities for increased hours and responsibility where appropriate
• Generous pension with LGPS

All appointments are subject to the satisfactory completion of the necessary pre-employment checks, including two references, enhanced DBS certificate and occupational health checks as part of our safeguarding and induction procedures. Please note also that prospective applicants with certain criminal records are barred from employment in regulated activity or from working in certain roles in a school setting. We encourage visiting our school prior to submitting an application. Visit appointments will be by arrangement. To arrange a time to visit please contact Mrs Emma O’Brien, Tel. No. 01438 236333.