School Site & Facilities Assistant

Springwell Alternative Academy; Bedford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Bedford is looking for a proactive Site Assistant to join their team. This full-time permanent role involves maintaining the school site, ensuring security, and managing health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have handy-person skills, strong IT ability, and excellent communication skills. The role includes a 37-hour work week and offers a salary of £25,495-£28,907. Join a nurturing environment committed to the welfare of children and staff development.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus additional days

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience of site assistant duties in a general capacity.
• Ability to carry out minor repairs including plumbing and joinery work.
• Current valid driving license to drive the school minibus is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure security of premises and conduct portering tasks.
• Maintain grounds and perform building repairs.
• Manage heating, lighting, and cleaning tasks.

Skills

Basic handy-person skills

Strong IT skills

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of Health and Safety

Problem-solving ability

Job description

A local educational institution in Bedford is looking for a proactive Site Assistant to join their team. This full-time permanent role involves maintaining the school site, ensuring security, and managing health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have handy-person skills, strong IT ability, and excellent communication skills. The role includes a 37-hour work week and offers a salary of £25,495-£28,907. Join a nurturing environment committed to the welfare of children and staff development.