Site Officer

Kingsbrook View Primary Academy; Church Broughton CP; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Brand new academy building

Shape environment and future direction

Welcoming, growing community

Training and development within aTrust

Job summary

Kingsbrook View Primary Academy is seeking a Site Officer to oversee the day-to-day management, maintenance and security of the academy site and buildings. The role ensures a safe, clean and well-maintained environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

You will perform opening/closing duties, conduct routine testing, monitor energy systems and liaise with contractors to support site projects. Flexibility to work out-of-hours and weekends is expected.

Qualifications

• Must be capable of carrying out maintenance tasks and safety checks.
• Proactive in maintaining a safe and well-presented site.
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload.

Responsibilities

• Open and close the academy site and ensure security.
• Carry out routine tests and manage site maintenance and repairs.
• Monitor cleanliness and presentation across the site.
• Undertake health and safety checks and keep records.
• Liaise with contractors for site projects and improvements.
• Manage deliveries and safe storage of equipment.

Skills

Maintenance tasks

Health and safety

Independent working

Organised

Tools

Fire alarm tests

Legionella testing

Site maintenance tools

BMS monitoring

Job description

Site Officer

Job title: Site Officer

Salary: Range 2-3 £26,522 to £29,114 (FTE) Depending on experience

Hours: 37 hours per week, flexible for the right candidate. Due to the nature of this role, certain tasks may be required out of hours or at weekends, flexibility required.

Weeks: 52 weeks per annum

Contract type: Permanent

Closing date: 27th November 2026

Interviews: Early December 2026 Interview may be offered prior to closing date, upon receipt of exceptionally strong candidates.

Provisional start date: January 2027 (or sooner) - pending clearance of all pre-employment checks

About the Role

As Site Officer, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management, maintenance and security of the academy site and buildings. You will ensure that the academy is a safe, clean and well-maintained environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

Key responsibilities

• Opening and closing the academy site, ensuring security at all times
• Carrying out routine testing such as fire alarms, sprinkler tests, legionella testing, manage site maintenance, repairs and general upkeep of the building and grounds
• Monitoring and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation across the site
• Undertaking regular health and safety checks, including compliance tasks and record keeping
• Liaising with contractors and supporting site projects and improvements
• Managing deliveries and ensuring safe storage of equipment and materials
• Supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the academy, including responding to urgent site issues
• Assisting with lettings, events and out-of-hours activities where required
• Monitoring building performance including but not limited to energy and BMS systems

Does this sound like you?

• You take pride in maintaining a safe, secure and welcoming environment
• You are practical, hands-on and confident in carrying out a range of maintenance tasks
• You have a good understanding of health and safety requirements and compliance
• You are proactive, reliable and able to work independently using your initiative
• You are organised and able to prioritise a varied workload effectively
• You are approachable and enjoy being part of a school community
• You remain calm under pressure and respond effectively to unexpected situations
• You demonstrate integrity, professionalism and a strong work ethic
• You embrace new challenges and enjoy being part of building something new
• You will model our ‘KVPA Way’, at all times

In return, we offer you:

• A brand new, purpose-built academy building
• The opportunity to help shape an environment, systems and future direction
• A welcoming, inclusive and growing community
• Opportunities for training and development within a supportive Trust
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance
• The chance to be part of a school driven by moral purpose, ambition and excellence

Kingsbrook View Primary Academy and the Inspiring Future’s Partnership Trust are committed to safeguarding children, promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Online searches will be completed prior to shortlisting and an enhanced DBS and qualifications check will be carried out upon appointment of all successful candidates