Site Assistant

Cumbria Education Trust; Yanwath; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Yanwath Primary School, part of Cumbria Education Trust, seeks a reliable Site Assistant to maintain buildings and grounds. The role is 10 hours per week, Monday to Friday with flexible scheduling, across 38 + 3 weeks in school holiday periods.

You will perform caretaking, maintenance and security duties, helping to keep the school safe, welcoming and well-kept for pupils, staff and visitors. Opportunities to assist other Trust schools may arise.

Qualifications

• Practical maintenance, caretaking or handyman skills.
• Awareness of health, safety and hygiene procedures.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Works well as part of a team.
• Willing to undertake relevant training and professional development.
• Friendly and professional approach; relates well to children and adults.
• Flexible and supportive of wider needs of the school and Trust.

Responsibilities

• Carry out minor repairs and maintenance such as replacing handles, bulbs and furniture.
• Assist with decorating and upkeep of school buildings and facilities.
• Identify and report maintenance issues requiring further attention.
• Remove bagged rubbish to the school skip; daily litter picking and waste handling.
• Set up and clear seating, desks and equipment for assemblies and events.
• Move furniture and equipment around the school as required.
• Support transportation of resources, including use of the school minibus where appropriate.
• Open/close the school premises securely and perform security checks.
• Respond to security alarm call-outs when required.

Skills

Maintenance skills

Caretaking

Health & safety

Independent work

Teamwork

Training willingness

Job description

About This Role

• Hours of work: 10 hours per week
• Working Pattern: Monday to Friday - flexible
• Working Weeks: 38 +3 weeks during school closure periods
• Salary: Grade 5, £13.92 per hour (Actual annual salary £6532.16)

Yanwath Primary School is at the heart of the rural community it serves, with a long and proud tradition of educating, inspiring and supporting local children. We are seeking a reliable, practical and enthusiastic Site Assistant to help ensure our school remains a safe, secure and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied role and takes pride in maintaining buildings and grounds to a high standard.

While the post will primarily be based at Yanwath Primary School, there may also be opportunities to provide support to other schools within the Cumbria Education Trust's Southern Hub, offering additional variety and the chance to work as part of a wider site team.

About the Role

You will undertake a range of caretaking, maintenance and security duties, helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the school.

Key Responsibilities Include

General Maintenance and Handyman Duties

• Carrying out minor repairs and maintenance, such as replacing handles, changing light bulbs and repairing furniture.
• Assisting with decorating and general upkeep of school buildings and facilities.
• Identifying and reporting any maintenance issues requiring further attention.

Site Assistant Duties

• Removing bagged rubbish to the school skip.
• Daily litter picking and emptying of external bins.
• Setting up and clearing away seating, desks and equipment for assemblies, events and activities.
• Moving furniture, resources and equipment around the school as required.
• Supporting the transportation of resources, including use of the school minibus or equivalent where appropriate.

Security Duties

• Assisting with the safe opening and locking of the school premises.
• Carrying out associated site security checks.
• Responding to security alarm call-outs when required.

What We Are Looking For

• Has practical maintenance, caretaking or handyman skills.
• Has an awareness of health, safety and hygiene procedures.
• Can work independently and use their own initiative.
• Works well as part of a team.
• Is willing to undertake relevant training and professional development.
• Can identify their own training needs and engage positively with support and development opportunities.
• Has a friendly and professional approach and is able to relate well to children and adults alike.
• Is flexible and willing to support the wider needs of the school and Trust.

Why Join Us?

At Yanwath Primary School, you'll become part of a friendly and supportive community where your contribution will make a real difference every day. As part of Cumbria Education Trust, you'll also benefit from being part of a wider network of schools, with opportunities to collaborate and develop your skills across the Trust.

If you have the practical skills, commitment and enthusiasm to contribute to the continued success of our school and Trust, we would love to hear from you.

Enhanced DBS disclosure and Barred List checks are required for this post. You should not apply if you are on the Children’s Barred List. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, online searches are carried out on successful candidates.