Site Assistant

WMJobs; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD and training

LGPS pension

Employee benefits package

Wellbeing days

Job summary

Two Gates Primary School (ATLP) is seeking a reliable Site Assistant to join a friendly, supportive team. The role focuses on maintaining a safe, welcoming school environment with hands-on tasks.

The position is 20 hours per week, 4 hours per day (2pm to 6pm). You will support day-to-day site operations, including general maintenance, cleaning, checks, and health and safety compliance, while assisting with deliveries and contractor coordination.

Qualifications

• Practical, reliable and takes pride in their work.
• Good general maintenance and DIY skills.
• Able to work independently and use their initiative.
• Good organisational skills and a flexible approach.
• Able to communicate effectively with staff, pupils, visitors and contractors.
• Understands health and safety in a school environment.
• Approachable and helpful, committed to supporting the wider school community.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out general maintenance and repairs around the school site
• Supporting cleaning, upkeep and presentation of the school buildings and grounds
• Undertaking routine checks and reporting any issues or defects
• Setting up and moving furniture and equipment as required
• Opening and closing of the school site and ensuring premises are secure
• Assisting with deliveries and contractors when required
• Supporting health and safety procedures and maintaining a safe environment for pupils, staff and visitors
• Carrying out other reasonable duties as required

Skills

Practical

Reliable

DIY skills

Independent

Organised

Job description

Two Gates Primary School (ATLP),

Two Gates Primary School is seeking to appoint a reliable, practical and hardworking Site Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in maintaining a safe, welcoming and well-presented school environment and who enjoys a varied, hands‑on role.

About The Role

Working 20 hours per week, 4 hours per day (2pm to 6pm), the Site Assistant candidate will support the day‑to‑day running and maintenance of the school site, helping to ensure that the premises, grounds and facilities are safe, secure and well maintained.

• Carrying out general maintenance and repairs around the school site
• Supporting the cleaning, upkeep and presentation of the school buildings and grounds
• Undertaking routine checks and reporting any issues or defects
• Setting up and moving furniture and equipment as required
• Supporting the opening and closing of the school site and ensuring the premises are secure
• Assisting with deliveries and contractors when required
• Supporting health and safety procedures and maintaining a safe environment for pupils, staff and visitors
• Responding positively to the day‑to‑day needs of the school and carrying out other reasonable duties as required

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Is practical, reliable and takes pride in their work
• Has good general maintenance and DIY skills
• Is able to work independently and use their initiative
• Has good organisational skills and a flexible approach
• Is able to communicate effectively with staff, pupils, visitors and contractors
• Understands the importance of health and safety within a school environment
• Is approachable, helpful and committed to supporting the wider school community

Previous experience of working in a school or similar environment would be desirable, although a positive attitude, practical skills and a willingness to learn are equally important.

We offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Access to high-quality CPD and training
• An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and employee benefits package.
• A competitive pension scheme through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Professional development and wellbeing days