Site Officer

eTeach UK Limited; West of England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A special school in the UK is seeking a motivated Lead Site Officer to help maintain the school and ensure health and safety. The role is part-time, covering 25 hours per week, and involves site security, minor maintenance, and collaboration with staff and contractors. Ideal candidates will have practical handyman skills, strong communication abilities, and the ability to manage their own workload. The position offers a supportive and caring staff team dedicated to high standards and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Supportive school community

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in site maintenance and safety.
• Willingness to participate in training.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain health and safety standards at the school.
• Secure the site as an authorized key holder.
• Liaise with cleaning teams and contractors.
• Conduct minor maintenance work.

Skills

Practical handyman expertise

Health and safety knowledge

Communication skills

IT skills

Ability to manage workload

Job description

Warmley Park School are looking for an experienced lead site officer who is motivated to make a real difference to the life of our school and young people. We are a happy welcoming special school where connection, curiosity and courage are at the heart of all we do. All year round, part time, 25 hours per week (Monday to Friday 1.00pm - 6.00pm). Salary: Hay 11 (£25,583 - £25,989 pro rata) fixed until 31.8.26 subject to budget review.

Warmley Park School is looking for a Lead Site Officer to assist with the maintenance and health and safety of our school and to support the current Site Manager. Duties will include security of the site as an authorised key holder, minor maintenance work, cleaning and liaising with contractors. The successful applicant will have practical handyman expertise and site experience and be willing to work as part of a team. Experience in the use of IT is required (support will be given) along with the willingness to participate in training. This is an exciting opportunity to join a friendly and hardworking team and a chance to make a real difference to the young people of Warmley Park School.

The successful candidate will:

• Be motivated to make a real difference to the life of the school.
• Have a comprehensive understanding of health and safety.
• Be a good communicator, liaising with school staff, the cleaning team and site contractors and reporting to the Site Manager.
• Be able to prioritise and manage own workload.
• Have extensive knowledge of and ability to complete repair and maintenance work.

In return we offer:

• A warm, friendly and very caring school community, with a staff team who are extremely supportive.
• A dedicated and cohesive team of staff, governors and parents who are committed to high standards.
• Excellent opportunities for continued professional development.
• The opportunity to make a difference to the children and the school community.

The closing date for applications is 6th January 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed prior to the closing date.

Safeguarding Statement: The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment, and all appointments will be subject to appropriate vetting, including an enhanced DBS disclosure check. Some roles may need to comply with the 'Childcare Act 2006' and the 'Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009' where additional disclosure of information will be required.