At a Glance
- Tasks: Support community lettings by ensuring facilities are safe and ready for use.
- Company: Join Maiden Erlegh Trust, a vibrant community of schools dedicated to education.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible hours, professional development, and generous leave entitlements.
- Other info: Flexible working hours, perfect for students looking for casual work.
- Why this job: Make a difference in your community while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a reliable, self-motivated attitude.
The predicted salary is between 11.7 - 14.3 £ per hour.
Are you practical, reliable and looking for flexible casual work? Maiden Erlegh Chiltern Edge is seeking a Casual Site Lettings Assistant to support the smooth running of our community lettings programme outside normal school hours. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working independently, takes pride in maintaining high standards, and is committed to providing excellent customer service.
As a Casual Site Lettings Assistant, you will help ensure our facilities are safe, secure and ready for use by community groups hiring our premises. You will act as a key holder, opening and closing the site, assisting users, responding to health and safety matters, and carrying out minor site-related tasks.
Responsibilities
- Opening and securing the school premises for lettings
- Welcoming and assisting hirers and visitors
- Setting up and putting away equipment, tables and chairs
- Carrying out basic maintenance and cleaning tasks
- Monitoring facilities and reporting any defects or damage
- Supporting a safe, secure and professional environment during lettings
- Acting appropriately in the event of an emergency
Requirements
- Has excellent communication and customer service skills
- Is reliable, trustworthy and self-motivated
- Can work independently and as part of a team
- Has practical maintenance or site management skills
- Has knowledge of health and safety requirements
- Can remain calm and professional when dealing with issues
- Is flexible and available to work evenings, weekends and school holidays
A First Aid qualification would be advantageous but is not essential.
Maiden Erlegh Trust is a growing community of schools across Berkshire and Oxfordshire, working together to deliver the best possible education for every child and young person. With around 800 staff and 5,000 students across eleven schools, including primary, secondary, special and alternative provision, we are proud of the diversity that shapes our expertise. We Aim High, Be Inclusive and Work Together. These values drive our focus on high-quality education for all through collaboration, inclusion and continuous improvement.
Through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, colleagues access high-quality professional learning at every stage of their career, supported by mentoring, leadership opportunities and our annual MET Staff Conference, a day that brings colleagues together to share best practice and learn from one another. Joining our Trust means being part of a community that invests in people and values expertise, playing a direct role in shaping the lives and outcomes of young people.
Further information about working with us, and insight from colleagues across the Trust, can be found here on our website.
Maiden Erlegh Chiltern Edge (MEC) is committed to ensuring students achieve their full potential and flourish in a school where expectations of both staff and students are high. We offer a rich and varied curriculum alongside an extensive range of extra-curricular activities.
Benefits & Perks
- Pension Scheme - Generous employer contributions through the Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
- Annual Leave - Generous entitlement, increasing with length of service
- ME Day - One additional day's leave each year for a significant personal event
- Professional Development - Extensive CPD through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, annual Trust Conference and apprenticeship opportunities
- Hybrid Working - Flexible working arrangements for eligible roles
- Perkbox - Discounts, wellbeing resources and monthly perk points
- Wellbeing and Health - Free flu vaccinations and eye tests (where eligible)
- Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 support and discount schemes
Casual Site Lettings Assistant in Reading employer: Maiden Erlegh Trust
Maiden Erlegh Trust is an excellent employer that values its staff and fosters a supportive work culture, making it an ideal place for a Casual Site Lettings Assistant. With a commitment to professional development through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, employees benefit from extensive training opportunities and a collaborative environment that prioritises high-quality education. Located in a vibrant community, this role offers flexibility and the chance to make a meaningful impact while enjoying generous benefits such as a pension scheme, annual leave, and wellbeing resources.
