Premises Assistant in Ashford

United Learning are delighted to have opened a new school in Ashford.ChilmingtonGreen School is anewsecondary school which opened in September 2023 with its first cohort of 120 Year 7 students. At capacity, the school will be asix-form entry, co-educational, non-selective secondary with a 240-place6thform.We are currently looking for excellent, highly motivated staff, with the vision and aspiration to be a part of a school from its opening through to its first A-level results day; bringing to life the United Learning ethos of the Best in Everyone through a curriculum, culture, environment, and structure that provides an exceptional educational offer for local young people.Staff will form a dynamic team who are supportive, friendly, and dedicated to instilling the qualities of pride, respect, and resilience in the next generation of children, preparing them for successful, fulfilling, and enjoyable adult lives. Chilmington Green will work collaboratively with United Learning’s cluster of highly successful schools in the area, Wye School (free school, 11-18) and Ashford School (independent, all through and boarding) and, as a result, staff will benefit from richer and wider opportunities for continued professional development (CPD).Chilmington Green School is part of United Learning, a large, and growing, group of schools aiming to offer a life-changing education to children and young people across England. United Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check.We always appoint on merit, and we are open to discussing flexible working options.

Chilmington Green School is a co-educational, non-selective Secondary school which opened in September 2023. It will grow to become a 6-form entry school with a sixth form of 240 pupils. The school will build on United Learning’s successful track record locally and nationally, providing an excellent secondary education for local children. Our values of Ambition, Respect and Determination underpin the ethos and culture of our school. The successful candidate will join the school at a key point in the school’s growth as our new, state‑art building will open in September 2025. Furthermore, being part of a newly establishing school offers excellent professional development and future career prospects.

We are recruiting for a full-time Premises Assistant to start ASAP. A good range of site maintenance skills, including general repairs, cleaning and decorating, will be required for the role along with an understanding of Health and Safety procedures. Familiarity with Office 365 and good ICT skills for record keeping are also desirable. The ideal candidate is proactive, reliable, organised and happy to be part of a small but inclusive team. The role will involve some manual labour, including lifting furniture and equipment to statutory limits. A first aid qualification, or willingness to attain one, is also essential.

As this is a keyholding post, some out of hours attendance is required for which time off in lieu or overtime payment is available.