We are looking for a handy, practical Site Assistant to join our dedicated, friendly team on a permanent contract.
In this role, you’ll be the go-to person keeping our school safe, welcoming and running smoothly for our pupils and staff. Working closely with our Estates Team across the Trust, your main duties will include:
- General DIY & Maintenance: Handling everyday repairs, fixing fixtures, and taking care of basic plumbing, electrics, or carpentry tasks.
- Security & Keyholding: locking up the school buildings, setting alarms, and making sure the site is secure.
- Grounds & Safety Checks: Doing daily walks to check the building, clearing drains, managing grit/snow in the winter, and running simple safety checks (like fire alarms and water testing).
- Supervising & Caretaking: Liaise with contractors and cleaners, portering, restocking, moving furniture around when needed, and keeping things clean and tidy.
f Hours of work: Monday 7am to 12.45pm, Tuesday to Thursday 7am to 12.15, Friday 7am to 4pm.
You don’t need a background in education to succeed here-we are looking for reliable tradespeople, handypersons, or DIY enthusiasts who take pride in a job well done.
The successful candidate will:
- have solid experience or skills in building maintenance, plumbing, electrics, gardening, or cleaning. A specific trade qualification is a great bonus, but not essential.
- be energetic, motivated, and completely comfortable working on your own initiative without someone looking over your shoulder.
- be approachable, friendly, and ready to build good working relationships with school staff and the wider trust team.
- have a sensible approach to health and safety, and you’re comfortable following straightforward safety procedures.
- be suitable to work around children and young people (the successful candidate will undergo an enhanced DBS check).
You will be part of:
- An exciting and innovative development of a Primary and Secondary learning community
- A dedicated team of staff who strive for excellence
- A caring and inclusive ethos
- A school which has supportive Governors and Parents with high expectations of the school
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Site Assistant employer: North Star
North Star is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation meets collaboration. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, team members are encouraged to enhance their skills while contributing to cutting-edge offshore projects. Located in a thriving industry, North Star provides competitive benefits and a culture that prioritises safety and efficiency, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
