Senior Site Operative

Leeds Safe Roads Partnership; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Leeds is seeking a Senior Site Operative to ensure the day-to-day maintenance and security of school premises across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will have experience in building maintenance, proficiency in using a variety of tools, and a commitment to child safety and well-being. Responsibilities include maintaining a safe environment and contributing to professional standards. A supportive workplace with professional development opportunities is offered.

Benefits

Supportive colleagues

Commitment to professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in building maintenance and repair.
• Ability to read and interpret basic technical drawings and diagrams.
• Flexible with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Ensure effective and efficient maintenance of the school premises.
• Contribute to a safe and engaging environment.
• Deliver high standard of Facilities support.

Skills

Building maintenance

Use of hand and power tools

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork

Professional pride

Positive, solution-focused approach

Job description

Job title and organisation: Senior Site Operative - Broomfield South SILC
Salary: B3 Point 7 - 11 £26,403 - £28,142
Hours: 37 - To be discussed, flexibility preferred but can vary between hours of 7am- 6pm
Contract: Permanent
Location: Broomfield South SILC, Broom Place, Leeds, LS10 3JP or within our partnership sites - Windmill Primary, Rodillian Academy or Future Steps Hub (White Rose Business Park)
Closing Date: Tuesday 6 January 2026
Start Date: ASAP
Interviews: 13th January 2026

Broomfield SILC is a generic special school for pupils aged 2 to 19 years with 4 sites: our main site and 3 partnership sites at Windmill Primary, Rodillian Secondary and White Rose Post 16. The SILC is based in the South of Leeds and caters for a wide range of needs from moderate learning difficulties; severe learning difficulties; complex and multiple learning needs; Autism and social and emotional and mental health needs. Some students have additional needs – physical; medical; speech and language; visual, hearing or sensory impairment. We are a very popular choice for parents and carers and currently have over 270 pupils on roll.

Broomfield secured a ‘Good’ Ofsted in March 2023 where inspectors commented that leaders have ‘high ambitions’ and ‘high aspirations for all pupils’ and that ‘staff are proud to work in our school’. I am very proud of our school community where staff are committed to supporting young people to fulfil their potential and prepare them fully for their future, particularly focusing on communication, independence, and emotional regulation.

We are excited to share that our school is going to be rebuilt and will open to an additional 100 young people in September 2027. We are currently in the process of designing and planning the internal and external areas to ensure we will have an environment that fully supports the needs of our learners and our school community.

We are looking for an experienced Site Operative who can contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school, supporting the Facilities Manager to ensure we have a safe, engaging environment; which is fit for daily use and is the best possible environment for our young people to be educated, and our staff to work.

The role will ensure the effective and efficient day-to-day maintenance and security of the school premises, contributing to a safe and welcoming environment for pupils, staff, and visitors across all 4 sites.

We are looking for a highly motivated and committed Site Operative who works well as part of a team and is passionate regarding improving the environment for our learners and staff. You will need the ability to work under pressure, organise and prioritise workload and meet deadlines. You will understand; and have empathy with the issues facing children/young people with special educational needs and disabilities and their families.

The successful candidate will need to be able to work both independently and as part of a committed team. You will need to be deliver a high standard of Facilities support, including building maintenance; security and Health & Safety compliance.

The successful candidate will be flexible and have proven experience in a similar role. The role requires an effective communicator and excellent interpersonal skills and be committed to child safety and well-being

We can offer:

• A welcoming, caring school with supportive colleagues
• A commitment to professional development
• A workplace that listens to all staff and values their skillset and contribution

We are looking for:

• Proven experience in building maintenance and repair.
• Proven experience in the use of a wide range of hand and power tools (e.g., drills, saws, sanders, grinders, ladders, lifting equipment).
• Ability to read and interpret basic technical drawings and diagrams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A strong sense of teamwork and professional pride
• A positive, solution-focused approach
• A commitment to achieving the very best for our children and families

The successful candidate will:

• Be pivotal to help create a professional environment which meets the needs of our learners, and also welcoming to external stakeholders
• Demonstrate a high level of work ethic/ professional pride
• Work well as part of a team and have a flexible approachWork confidently on a range of building maintenance and repairs
• Prioritise work to meet conflicting deadlines
• Be willing to contribute to school life

We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds. Applications are welcome from all, irrespective of sex, sexuality, race, religion, marital status, age, or disability.

Safeguarding Recruitment Statement

Broomfield SILC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment.

References will be requested and an online search carried out for shortlisted candidates prior to attendance at interview.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and include overseas criminal record if you have lived or worked overseas.

For successful candidates’ other relevant checks with statutory bodies will be carried out which may include prohibition from teaching and section 128 checks.

Access: The Broomfield main site and our partnership sites have disabled access facilities, including a lift.

Please note that Broomfield South SILC operates No Smoking or vaping policy.

We welcome applications from everyone and actively seek a diverse range of applicants from all backgrounds and cultures. We particularly encourage applications from, but not limited to, women, carers, veterans as well as LGBT+, ethnically diverse, disabled and care experienced people.

This role is based in the UK. Home Office guidance states that candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment, either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa.

If you do not have the right to work in the UK, you must consider your own eligibility for sponsorship for a particular role through the Skilled Worker visa route before applying. To be eligible for sponsorship you'll usually need to be paid the standard salary rate of at least £41,700 per year or meet one of the other eligibility criteria. Please ensure you are eligible before applying.

The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions. #EXT #LI-DNI