Site Assistant

East Sussex County Council; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 12,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Eastbourne is seeking a dedicated Site Assistant to maintain cleanliness and safety of school facilities. The role requires 20 hours of work per week during term-time. Ideal candidates should be proactive, detail-oriented, and interested in building and maintenance. The position offers benefits like subsidised healthcare and supportive leadership, with an emphasis on safeguarding children. Applicants with a background in general DIY are welcomed.

Benefits

Subsidised membership to Private Medical Healthcare

Complimentary tea and coffee

Café with fresh ingredients

Supportive senior leaders

Caring and sociable staff team

Qualifications

• Proactive and able to work independently or in a team.
• Keen interest in building, carpentry, plastering, glazing, plumbing or electrician work.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and safety of school site and facilities.
• Work 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday during school term.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proactive approach

DIY experience

Interest in carpentry

Interest in plumbing

Interest in electrical work

Job description

Site Assistant (St Catherine's College Eastbourne)

Eastbourne, East Sussex, United Kingdom

Job Info

• Job Identification 2385
• Job Category Education
• Posting Date 01/16/2026, 12:00 AM
• Apply Before 01/26/2026, 12:00 PM
• Locations Eastbourne, East Sussex, United Kingdom
• Enable Applications No
• Working Hours 20
• Salary From 11,769
• Salary To 11,769
• Working Pattern Part Time - term time
• Contract Type Fixed Term Contract
• Number of Openings 1

Job Description

Hours of work: 20
Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only
(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: 12 noon Monday 26 January 2026

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:
St Catherine's College
Priory Road
Eastbourne
East Sussex
BN23 7EJ

20 hours per week to be worked Monday to Friday am, school term time only.

We are seeking a dedicated School Site Assistant to join our team.

The School Site Assistant will play a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness, safety and functionality of our school site and facilities.

The ideal candidate will be proactive, have a high attention to detail and be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

The successful candidate will have a keen interest and flair for one or more of the following areas: building, carpentry, plastering, glazing, plumbing or electrician.

Applicants who have experience in general DIY will also be considered.

We know it is a competitive market and are proud of what we can offer you:

• Subsidised membership to Benenden Private Medical Healthcare
• A fabulous staff room with complimentary tea and coffee
• A café that serves at breakfast, break and lunch using freshly sourced ingredients
• Highly visible supportive senior leaders
• A friendly, supportive, caring, and sociable staff team

The closing date for this post is 12 noon on Monday 26 January 2026

St Catherine’s College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

Prohibition and overseas checks will also be completed if necessary.

For more information about this position, to organise a tour of the College or to have a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Sandie Windsor, Head of Personnel, on 01323 465469.

About Us

Additional Information

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record .

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.