We have a fantastic opportunity for a reliable and committed Estates Assistant to join our school team. This is a valued role within the school community, helping to ensure that our buildings and grounds remain safe, secure, and well maintained so that pupils and staff can learn and work in a positive and welcoming environment. Our school is a place where teamwork, pride in our surroundings and a strong sense of community are central to everyday life. Staff work together to create a setting where children feel safe, supported, and ready to learn. The Estates Assistant plays an important part in this by helping to maintain the school site to a high standard and ensuring that the environment supports the wellbeing of everyone who uses it. Working under the direction of senior staff, you will support the day‑to‑day operation, security, and maintenance of the school premises, helping to ensure that facilities are safe, clean and ready for learning each day.
Responsibilities
* Assist in maintaining the security of the school site, including locking and unlocking buildings and carrying out routine checks
* Carry out minor repairs and maintenance tasks such as basic plumbing, replacing light bulbs and general upkeep
* Support the safe operation of heating, lighting and other site systems
* Help maintain a clean, tidy and safe environment both inside the school and across the grounds
* Assist with moving furniture, setting up spaces and supporting contractors where required
* Contribute to maintaining health and safety standards across the site
Qualifications
* Is practical, reliable and takes pride in maintaining high standards
* Has good basic numeracy and literacy skills
* Is willing to learn new skills related to maintenance, health and safety and site management
* Works well as part of a team and is able to take initiative when required
* Can build positive relationships with staff, pupils and visitors
* Is committed to supporting a safe and welcoming school environment
Benefits
* Membership to either the Teachers' Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme
* Physical and mental health support from a team of experienced nurses, counsellors, therapists, physiotherapists, consultants and NHS GPs, plus private medical services
* GP consultations with experienced NHS doctors available 24/7, with prescriptions delivered to local chemists (subject to payment)
* Free annual flu jab
* Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings
* A paid annual Wellbeing Day
* Wherever possible, PPA at home for teachers
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