Site Assistant - Newbruy - Berkshire

Education First Recruitment; Newbury; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Competitive daily rate

Job summary

Education First is seeking a reliable Site Assistant for a secondary school in Newbury. The role involves general maintenance, porterage and site duties to keep the school environment safe, secure and well-presented. You will support the transport service and assist with events and room moves, with a clean D1 driving licence and a proactive, independent work style.

The position offers a full-time role with a daily rate of £135, immediate start, and opportunities across local schools.

Qualifications

• Experience in premises, site maintenance or facilities.
• Practical repairs skills.
• Strong understanding of health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out general maintenance and minor repairs.
• Supporting redecoration and upkeep of school buildings.
• Helping maintain a safe and secure school site.
• Setting up and moving furniture and equipment.
• Assisting with room moves and school events.
• Keeping external areas clean, safe and well maintained.
• Carrying out litter picking and waste collection.
• Supporting gritting and maintaining safe access routes during poor weather.
• Helping keep drains and external areas free from obstructions.
• Removing graffiti and dealing with other external maintenance issues.
• Supporting the opening and closing of the school site.
• Driving the school minibus when required.

Skills

Premises maintenance

Health & safety

Independent worker

Driving licence (D1)

Job description

Site Assistant – Newbury

Education First | Newbury | £135 per day | Secondary School | Immediate Start

Site Assistant Opportunity – Newbury

Education First is looking for a reliable, practical and proactive Site Assistant to join a secondary school in Newbury.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys practical, hands‑on work and takes pride in maintaining a safe, secure and well‑presented school environment.

The successful candidate will support the day‑to‑day running of the school site, carrying out general maintenance, porterage and site duties, while also supporting the school's transport service.

The Role

• Carrying out general maintenance and minor repairs
• Supporting redecoration and upkeep of school buildings
• Helping maintain a safe and secure school site
• Setting up and moving furniture and equipment
• Assisting with room moves and school events
• Keeping external areas clean, safe and well maintained
• Carrying out litter picking and waste collection
• Supporting gritting and maintaining safe access routes during poor weather
• Helping keep drains and external areas free from obstructions
• Removing graffiti and dealing with other external maintenance issues
• Supporting the opening and closing of the school site
• Driving the school minibus when required

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in premises, site maintenance or facilities
• Practical skills and the ability to carry out general repairs
• A good understanding of health and safety procedures
• A proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues
• Good organisational and time management skills
• The ability to work independently and use initiative
• A flexible approach to supporting the needs of the school
• A clean and valid driving licence with D1 entitlement
• A professional and reliable approach
• Previous experience working within a school or education environment would be desirable.

Working Hours & Pay

Full‑time
£135 per day
Secondary school in Newbury
Immediate start

The role may require some flexibility around site opening, closing, school events and lettings.

What You Can Expect From Education First

• Competitive daily rates
• Weekly pay
• A dedicated Education First consultant
• Ongoing support throughout your placement
• Opportunities across schools in the local area
• Opportunities matched to your experience and preferences
• Potential longer‑term and permanent opportunities

Why Work With Education First?

At Education First, we want to build long‑term relationships with our candidates rather than simply place you into the next available vacancy.

We'll take the time to understand your experience, skills and career goals before matching you with suitable opportunities. Our consultants provide ongoing support throughout your placement and are here to help from your first day onwards.