Site Services Assistant - Whitmore Park Primary School

Coventry City Council; Coventry; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Coventry seeks a Site Services Assistant to support the Site Services Officer. Responsibilities include maintaining the premises and ensuring safety and cleanliness. Ideal candidates should be physically fit, over 21 with a full driving license, and must complete a DBS check. This part-time contract position offers a supportive working environment and the opportunity to develop skills further.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must complete a DBS (enhanced criminal records check).
• Over 21 with a full driving licence for at least 2 years.
• Willingness to undertake minibus training.

Responsibilities

• Open and close the school.
• Act as Site Services Officer when required.
• Secure buildings and grounds.
• Carry out maintenance and repairs.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Time-management skills

Knowledge in minor repairs

Friendly and approachable character

Physical fitness

Job description

Site Services Assistant - Whitmore Park Primary School

Job Type: Contract   Job Sector: Education   Region: West Midlands   Location: Whitmore Park Primary School, Halford Lane, Keresley, Coventry

Salary: £25,185 - £26,403 pro rata per annum based on hours and weeks worked

Posted: 30/09/2025   Recruiter: Coventry City Council   Job Ref: coventrycc/TP/501/11618

Whitmore Park Primary School wish to appoint an enthusiastic, dedicated, hardworking Site Services Assistant, to support our Site Services Officer, to start as soon as possible.

Hours: 15 hours a week, Monday-Thursday 2.30pm-5.45pm, Friday 2.30pm-4.30pm, all year.

Duties will include:

• Opening and closing the school
• Deputising for the Site Services Officer as required
• Securing the buildings and grounds when not in use
• Key Holder responsibilities
• Carrying out maintenance and minor repairs within the school, including painting and decorating
• To comply with all Health & Safety aspects and follow procedures
• Ensure premises are cleaned to a high standard and the grounds are neat and tidy
• Excellent communication skills with pupils, families, staff and contractors

What is the job role?

The Ideal candidate will:

• Be willing to complete a DBS (enhanced criminal records check)
• Have a friendly approachable character and a good sense of humour
• Able to respect confidentiality
• Have excellent time-management skills
• Be physically fit and willing to lift/move equipment
• Have experience and knowledge in carrying out minor repairs
• Be willing to be flexible and do additional hours as required to include driving the school minibus
• Be over the age of 21 and hold a full driving licence for a minimum of 2 years
• Be willing to do minibus training

In return we can offer you:

• A school with high standards and a commitment to further development
• Dedicated, caring and hardworking staff in a happy and supportive working environment

Who are we looking for?

Closing Date – Midnight on Sunday 19th October 2025

Interview Date – Thursday 23rd October 2025

Completed applications can be emailed to [e-mail], handed in at the School Office or posted to the school for the attention of Mrs Christine Clough, School Business Manager.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS. Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre-employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

Contact Details: Coventry City Council
Tel: [phone]
Contact: School Recruitment Team (DW)
Email: [e-mail]