Site Operative

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Windsor Academy Trust is hiring a Site Operative to work across Greenways Primary Academy and Milton Primary Academy. The role supports the Estates Team, handles general maintenance and manual tasks, and requires travel between sites.

The successful candidate will work 37 hours per week year-round, with DBS clearance and a commitment to health and safety.

We offer a supportive team, training opportunities, and well-equipped sites.

Qualifications

• Experience in site maintenance and general facilities tasks.
• Ability to travel between Greenways Primary Academy and Milton Primary Academy.

Responsibilities

• Provide general operational support and maintenance for two school sites.
• Carry out manual tasks and assist with daily site tasks.
• Communicate with staff and external contractors to ensure safety and efficiency.

Skills

Site maintenance

Manual handling

Job description

Site Operative

Grade 4

SCP 12-16 (£28,598 - £30,518)

Permanent, 37 hours per week, All Year Round

The Executive Headteacher and Estates team at Windsor Academy Trust are seeking to appoint a Site Operative to join our two Stoke primary schools. This unique role is working across Greenways Primary Academy and Milton Primary Academy and will be overseen by our Site Manager.

The start date will be confirmed at the interview depending on candidate notice periods.

The Site Operative will be responsible for ensuring that general operational support and maintenance of the two school buildings and external spaces are being undertaken efficiently alongside the current site team. The successful candidate must have the ability to travel between the two schools as needed and carry out manual tasks to meet the daily tasks required.

We are looking to appoint someone who:

Has good knowledge and understanding of site maintenance

Is able to carry out manual tasks to support maintenance of the two schools

Is physically able to carry out manual tasks without supervision

Has a good understanding of health and safety and can work inline with risk assessments

Is able to think on their feet to ensure a safe site for staff, pupils and parents

Is willing to complete site training

Is able to communicate effectively with other staff and external contractors

Is a good time keeper and will be punctual

What we can offer you:

An experienced Estates Team within Windsor Academy Trust who can support

Welcoming staff teams at both schools

Well maintained school sites

Necessary equipment to carry out day to day tasks

Opportunities for further training

A supportive working environment where everyone supports each other

We warmly welcome visits to the school so you can meet the site manager and find out more about the role:

- Monday 7th September at 9.30am at Greenways Primary Academy

Closing date: Friday 11th September at 4pm

Shortlisting will take place on Monday 14th September. Shortlisted candidates must be available for an interview on Friday 18th September.

Windsor Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS with barred list check.