Site & Compliance Assistant

Whitstone School; England; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a dedicated Site & Compliance Assistant to maintain the school site and ensure safety. The successful candidate will perform routine checks, manage maintenance tasks, and assist with compliance duties. Good communication skills and flexibility are essential. This full-time role offers a structured schedule within a supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Experience of facilities maintenance or a similar role within an educational or commercial environment.
• Good communication skills to liaise with staff, students, contractors and external agencies.
• Valid driver's licence, with the ability and willingness to drive the school vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the school site and grounds to a high standard.
• Assist with Health & Safety compliance by monitoring and performing routine checks.
• Drive the school van as required for tasks, deliveries, or maintenance duties.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Health & Safety knowledge

Good communication skills

Ability to carry out minor repairs

Job description

Overview

Whitstone School is seeking to appoint a dedicated and hardworking Site & Compliance Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will work closely with the Site & Compliance Manager to assist in the general maintenance, development, and upkeep of the school building and grounds. The role will play a key part in ensuring a safe, efficient, and effective learning and working environment for both students and staff. This role is essential in maintaining a positive environment that enhances the wellbeing and educational experience of the school community.

This role requires flexibility, teamwork, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and supportive school environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the school site and grounds to a high standard, ensuring cleanliness, tidiness, and safety.
• Act as a key holder with responsibility of opening up the school site at 7am and maintaining site security.
• Assist with Health & Safety compliance by monitoring and performing routine checks.
• Set out chairs for assemblies, ensuring proper arrangement and space for events.
• Assist with setting up equipment and furniture for special events, meetings, and exams.
• Ensure that essential utilities such as heating, lighting, and water are operational at all times.
• Carry out day-to-day maintenance tasks, minor repairs, and general maintenance duties.
• Collect and assemble waste for collection.
• Communicate effectively with staff and external contractors regarding maintenance issues and schedules.
• Order and manage equipment and supplies necessary for the maintenance role.
• Distribute deliveries in an efficient manner.
• Drive the school van as required for tasks, deliveries, or maintenance duties (valid driver's license required).
• Follow the school's Health and Safety policies in all operations and tasks.
• Inform the Site & Compliance Manager of any issues or damage to buildings or areas within the grounds.
• Perform any other duties related to the role as reasonably required.

Safeguarding and Student Welfare

• Uphold the school's safeguarding policies to ensure a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.
• Ensure all safeguarding training is completed and up to date.

Essential

• Experience of facilities maintenance or a similar role within an educational or commercial environment.
• Knowledge of basic plumbing, carpentry, electrical and general building maintenance skills.
• Familiarity with Health & Safety regulations, including risk assessments, asbestos, COSHH and safe working practices.
• Ability to carry out minor repairs and general DIY tasks confidently and efficiently.
• Good communication skills to liaise with staff, students, contractors and external agencies.
• Experience with completing routine compliance checks.
• Experience in working as part of a team and independently, managing workloads efficiently.
• Knowledge or certification in manual handling and working at heights.
• Valid driver's licence, with the ability and willingness to drive the school vehicle.
• Proficiency in using basic IT systems for maintenance reporting and task management.

Desirable

• Experience of 'iAm Compliant' School Software is desirable.

Hours

37 hours per week. 7am - 3pm Monday to Thursday, 7am - 2.30pm Friday - All year round.