Site Assistant

Academics; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Full-time role

Job summary

Academics Ltd. is seeking a reliable Site Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Bexley, Kent. The role is permanent and full-time, offering a stable environment within a busy school community.

You will maintain safety, cleanliness, and operations of the premises, support events, and work with staff to ensure a well-run campus. DBS checks and practical maintenance skills are important.

Qualifications

• Experience as Site Assistant, Caretaker, or facilities role.
• Good maintenance, repair, and DIY skills.
• Solid health and safety knowledge.
• Ability to work independently and manage workloads.
• Flexible, hands-on, reliable.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Opening and locking the school premises each day.
• Carrying out general maintenance, repairs, and basic DIY tasks.
• Completing routine health and safety inspections across the school site.
• Ensuring the school buildings and grounds are clean, safe, and well-maintained.
• Setting up classrooms, halls, and outdoor areas for school events and activities.
• Monitoring site security and reporting any maintenance or health and safety concerns.
• Assisting with deliveries, contractor access, and site logistics.
• Supporting the day-to-day upkeep of school facilities and equipment.

Skills

Maintenance skills

Health & safety

Independent worker

Flexible attitude

Tools

DIY tools

Job description

Site Assistant - Permanent Bexley Primary School

Location: Bexley, Kent
Hours: Monday to Friday, Full-Time
Salary: Competitive (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Permanent

Academics Ltd is currently recruiting for a reliable, proactive, and hardworking Site Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive primary school in Bexley. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Site Assistant, Caretaker, or facilities professional looking to secure a permanent, full-time position within a thriving school community.

As the Site Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring the school premises remain safe, secure, clean, and well-maintained for pupils, staff, and visitors. This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same.

Key Responsibilities

• Opening and locking the school premises each day.
• Carrying out general maintenance, repairs, and basic DIY tasks.
• Completing routine health and safety inspections across the school site.
• Ensuring the school buildings and grounds are clean, safe, and well-maintained.
• Setting up classrooms, halls, and outdoor areas for school events and activities.
• Monitoring site security and reporting any maintenance or health and safety concerns.
• Assisting with deliveries, contractor access, and site logistics.
• Supporting the day-to-day upkeep of school facilities and equipment.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Previous experience as a Site Assistant, School Caretaker, Site Manager, Facilities Assistant, Maintenance Operative, or in a similar role.
• Good practical maintenance, repair, and DIY skills.
• A sound understanding of health and safety procedures.
• The ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively.
• A flexible, hands-on, and reliable approach to work.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

What's on Offer?

• Permanent, full-time position within a friendly and supportive primary school.
• Competitive salary, depending on experience.
• The opportunity to become a valued Site Assistant within a welcoming school community.
• Ongoing support from Academics Ltd throughout the recruitment process.
• A rewarding role where your work as a Site Assistant will make a real difference to the daily running of the school.

This role is ideal for a dedicated Site Assistant who takes pride in maintaining a safe, welcoming, and professional environment for pupils, staff, and visitors. If you're an experienced Site Assistant looking for your next permanent opportunity in Bexley, we'd love to hear from you.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.