Site Assistant - South West London

Aspire People; City Of London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

Experience in school environment

Supportive team and community

Long-term opportunities

Dedicated Aspire People support

Job summary

Aspire People Limited is seeking a reliable Site Assistant to join a welcoming school in South West London. You will help maintain a safe, clean and well‑maintained site, carry out basic repairs, support with deliveries, set up rooms and equipment for activities, and assist with day‑to‑day site duties to ensure the smooth running of the school.

The role is ideal for practical, hands‑on individuals who can work independently or as part of a team, show flexibility in duties, and demonstrate good

Qualifications

• Experience in a site assistant, maintenance, facilities or hands-on role.
• Reliable, proactive and hardworking attitude.
• Ability to carry out basic maintenance tasks and manual handling duties.
• Good communication skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible approach to duties and willingness to support the wider school community.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Assist with general maintenance and upkeep of the school premises.
• Ensure school grounds and buildings are clean, tidy and safe.
• Carry out basic repairs and report maintenance issues.
• Assist with setting up rooms, furniture and equipment for activities and events.
• Support with deliveries, moving equipment and general site duties.
• Help ensure the school complies with health and safety procedures.
• Respond to day-to-day requests from staff and assist with smooth site operation.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Manual handling

Maintenance tasks

DBS check

Reliability

Proactivity

Job description

Site Assistant - South West London

Company: Aspire People Limited

Aspire People is looking for a reliable and proactive Site Assistant to join a welcoming school in South West London. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys practical, hands‑on work and takes pride in maintaining a safe, clean and well‑maintained school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the general maintenance and upkeep of the school premises.
• Ensure the school grounds and buildings are clean, tidy and safe.
• Carry out basic repairs and report any maintenance issues to the relevant team.
• Assist with setting up rooms, furniture and equipment for school activities and events.
• Support with deliveries, moving equipment and general site duties.
• Help ensure the school complies with health and safety procedures.
• Respond to day-to-day requests from school staff and assist with the smooth running of the site.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a site assistant, maintenance, facilities or practical hands-on role is desirable.
• A reliable, proactive and hardworking attitude.
• Ability to carry out basic maintenance tasks and manual handling duties.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A flexible approach to duties and a willingness to support the wider school community.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

Benefits

• Competitive daily rate.
• Opportunity to gain experience working within a school environment.
• Supportive team and welcoming school community.
• Opportunities for ongoing and potential long‑term work.
• Dedicated support from Aspire People throughout your placement.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks