At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain our beautiful school grounds and ensure a safe, clean environment for students.
- Company: Join the City of Norwich School, a vibrant and supportive Academy.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, professional development, and a strong support culture.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team committed to student welfare and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in a thriving school community while enjoying great career growth.
- Qualifications: No specific qualifications required; just a proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are looking for a proactive and dedicated Site Assistant who will play a vital role in maintaining the safety, cleanliness, and functionality of our school premises with a focus on grounds maintenance. You will work closely with the Premises Manager and other staff members to ensure the smooth operation of the school site on a day‑to‑day basis, keeping our site clean, fit for purpose, secure and compliant with legislation and industry best practice. The focus of the role is on maintaining our beautiful and extensive outside spaces, including state‑of‑the‑art tennis courts, football and rugby pitches and the cricket field. The role is offered based on working 32 hours per week, all year round. Working hours will be flexible depending on workload. There may be later finishes during school holiday periods and to accommodate school events during term time and on some weekends.
The core purpose of the role is to:
- Provide caretaking services in order to facilitate the effective teaching and learning of students and the full use of the Academy by those staff and students who occupy it.
- Provide caretaking services in order to prevent any health risk from occurring in the Academy.
- Help maintain the fabric of the Academy’s buildings and site.
- Carry out general repairs and maintenance.
- Have key holder responsibilities including opening or closing the site and alarm call‑out response.
- Make sure the classrooms and teaching areas are prepared for the students and teachers.
Benefits and Support:
- A culture of listening to colleagues
- An induction programme to ensure you are equipped to fulfil the role
- Opportunities to gain further qualifications through the apprenticeship framework
- A review and development process
- Strong continued professional development to enhance subject knowledge
- Cycle to work scheme (once in post for six months)
- On‑site parking
- Admission policy for children of staff
- Local Government Pension Scheme (Employer contributions 18.6%)
City of Norwich School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part‑time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.
