Site Services Officer | Opossum Federation Based in Waltham Forest. The successful candidate will be assigned a primary base in either the North or South of the borough, with a remit to provide strategic support across the Federation’s sites (Dawlish, Newport, Oakhill, and Thorpe Hall). A flexible approach to location is essential to support wider school projects and operational cover. Salary: £32,535 FTE / £19,439.12 pro rata actual salary (Scale 5, Spine Points 12–16) Contract: Permanent, All Year Round | 25 Hours / 5 days Per Week Start Date: ASAP The Opossum Federation is seeking to appoint a dedicated and proactive Site Services Officer to oversee the operational safety and physical environment of our primary school sites. This is a pivotal role within our federation, ensuring that our facilities provide a secure, inspiring, and high-quality learning environment for all pupils and staff. As a key member of the site team, you will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, security, and health and safety compliance across our four schools. This role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to the safeguarding culture of our diverse educational community. Key responsibilities: Estate Management: Executing routine maintenance, seasonal repairs, and ensuring the general upkeep of school buildings and grounds. Operational Security: Ensuring sites are secure and accessible for daily operations. Health & Safety: Monitoring and maintaining a safe environment in accordance with statutory requirements and school policies. Team Leadership: Supporting the cleaning team to ensure consistently high standards of hygiene and presentation. Stakeholder Liaison: Communicating effectively with school leadership, contractors, and external visitors to support school events and operational needs. The successful candidate will demonstrate a disciplined approach to facility management and a commitment to the well-being of the school community. We are looking for: Proven experience in building maintenance or caretaking, ideally within an educational or public-sector setting. The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities under pressure, and meet strict deadlines. Strong verbal and written communication skills to liaise with diverse stakeholders. A flexible approach to working hours, with the capacity to work staggered shifts between 7:00 am and 6:30 pm. A firm commitment to the Federation’s safeguarding and data protection protocols. To apply: To learn more about this role and the Opossum Federation’s mission, please visit our website: https://www.newport.waltham.sch.uk/ To Apply: Please submit your completed application form to Chloe Foulger at hr@opossumed.org. Please note: Only applications submitted on the official school form will be considered. Closing Date: 17.05.26 Interviews: 22.05.26 Safeguarding Statement: The Opossum Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance, satisfactory references, and a self-disclosure form. Equal Opportunities Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value. To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy How to apply Web links to any further information : www.thorpehallprimary.com www.oakhillschool.org.uk www.newport.waltham.sch.uk www.dawlishprimary.com