School Site Assistant

Overview

Up to £25,583 + Excellent Benefits.

Please note:

The role involves working a shift pattern of either an 'early' (7.30am - 3.30pm) or 'late' (10am-6pm) day. There is a site manager who works the alternate shift and both staff members need to be able to work either shift.

Benefits include a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. You will receive training and development to support your role.

• Carry out general day-to-day repairs to keep the school up and running.
• Drive the school vehicles and keep them in good working order.
• Ensure the school grounds and garden are kept neat and tidy.
• Be a familiar, friendly face for our pupils; training on child safeguarding will be provided to support confidence in this aspect of the role.

One of the best environments in SEND. Our Castle fell School is a purpose-built, state-of-the-art school catering primarily for children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, and for children with autism who have moderate learning needs. The school provides education for up to 50 children aged 8 to 16 and serves Rudgeway and the wider communities.

• Have some maintenance skills, either professionally or as a DIY enthusiast.
• Have a ‘can do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others.
• Be confident taking responsibility for buying smaller pieces of maintenance equipment.
• Willing to undertake Health & Safety and other relevant training.

• Training: A full induction and on-the-job training.
• Holiday: 35 days holiday including bank holidays.
• Flexible benefits: options to adjust benefits such as life insurance.
• Wellbeing: access to wellbeing tools and employee assistance.
• Medical cover: claim back costs for services like opticians or dentist, plus discounts.
• Working environments: high-quality facilities in our schools.
• Recommend a friend scheme with a £1,000 bonus.

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

To view our policies and full job description, please click through the provided links in the original posting.

Locations mentioned in the original listing include Bristol, Cambridge, Portishead and others; this refined description focuses on the role and core requirements rather than posting-specific timelines or multiple location snippets.