Salary: Actual salary £11,054.63 – £11,217.82 (£27,636.57- £28,044.57)Contract Type: Permanent, Part time Contract (16 hours per week hours, 52 weeks per year) Working pattern: across 4 mornings a week or 2 full days Role Overview: We are looking for a reliable, practical and proactive Premises Assistant to support our Premises Manager in maintaining the school’s buildings and grounds to a high standard. This is a varied, hands-on role ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, working outdoors and being part of a supportive team. You will also act as a key holder and support emergency response when required. Key Responsibilities: Support the day-to-day maintenance, cleanliness and security of the school site Carry out basic repairs and maintenance across buildings, grounds and play areas Assist with health & safety checks, compliance records and risk management Maintain outdoor areas including gardening, litter clearance and seasonal duties Support swimming pool maintenance, including cleaning and water testing Help prepare the site for school events, external lettings and special occasions Assist with deliveries, site set-up and occasional catering support Work closely with the Premises Manager and wider school team to ensure a safe, welcoming environment What we are looking for: We are looking for someone who: Has experience in premises, site or building maintenance Is practical, hands-on and able to carry out a range of maintenance tasks Has a good understanding of health & safety practices Is reliable, flexible and able to work independently and as part of a team Is physically fit and comfortable working indoors and outdoors Has good communication and basic IT skills (emails, Teams, record-keeping) Shares our commitment to safeguarding and supporting children About Us: Meath, a Speech and Language UK school, is a day and residential non-maintained primary special school for up to 75 pupils aged 4 to 11 years with complex speech and language challenges. Our most recent Ofsted report (2023) is highly positive about the work of the school and the progress which our children make. ‘Pupils are happy and safe, and they enjoy being in school. They comment that ‘everyone can have friends here’. Visit our website. Informal enquiries about this post can be made to Paul Gorman (Premises Manager) or Michelle Austin (School Business Manager) via the school office.