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1. 37 hours per week, all year round
Are you a proactive individual with a "can-do" attitude and a knack for fixing things?
Meopham School is seeking a dedicated and hardworking Site Assistant to help ensure our school remains a safe, welcoming, and inspiring environment for our students and staff.
This is a vital role at the heart of our school community, offering variety, responsibility, and the chance to make a tangible difference every day.
Role and Responsibilities:
As a Site Assistant, you will work closely with our Site Manager to maintain the high standards of our school premises. Your day-to-day will be dynamic, covering everything from essential maintenance to ensuring the security of our site.
Key Responsibilities include:
2. Site Security: Acting as a designated key holder and managing the opening and closing of the premises.
3. Maintenance & Repairs: Taking pride in the school's appearance by undertaking general repairs, decorating, and carpentry tasks.
4. Compliance & Safety: Performing checks on heating, lighting, and security systems while upholding strict Health & Safety standards.
5. Team Support: Assisting with site matters, event setup for school functions, and supporting the cleaning team to keep our site pristine.
Essential Criteria:
6. Technical Proficiency: Strong practical skills in maintenance or the building industry.
7. Versatility: Ability to handle basic plumbing, carpentry, and electrical tasks.
8. Work Ethic: A flexible approach, a strong work ethic, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
9. Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills to relate effectively to both colleagues and pupils.
10. Safeguarding: A commitment to the welfare and safety of our children.
Desirable Skills:
11. A clean driving license.
12. Certifications in First Aid, Asbestos Awareness, or Water Hygiene.
13. Experience with specialist equipment or ICT skills for record-keeping.
Join us to benefit from:
14. Local Government Pension Scheme
15. Enhanced Maternity Pay
16. Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC Scheme
17. Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
18. Access to training and development
19. On-site Parking
20. Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
21. Employee Assistance Programme
22. Cycle to Work scheme
Ready to join us?
We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.
In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.
Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.