School Site Assistant

Site Assistant

Secondary School – Thurrock

Salary: £25,185 – £25,584 per annum (Actual)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time – 37 hours per week, all year round
Start Date: ASAP or as agreed

We are seeking to appoint a reliable, practical and hardworking Site Assistant to support the day‑to‑day operation, maintenance and security of our secondary school site in Thurrock. This is an important role in ensuring the school environment is safe, tidy and well‑maintained for students, staff and visitors.

The Role

Under the direction of the Facilities Manager, the Site Assistant will:

• Assist with the daily opening and closing of the school site
• Support general maintenance, repairs and upkeep of buildings and grounds
• Help ensure compliance with health and safety procedures
• Carry out routine checks and basic fault reporting
• Support with room set‑ups for events, exams and school activities
• Assist with site security and respond to on‑site issues as required
• Work collaboratively with contractors and school staff

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Have experience in a caretaking, site, maintenance or facilities role (desirable but not essential)
• Be practical, hands‑on and able to carry out basic maintenance tasks
• Have a good awareness of health and safety
• Be reliable, flexible and able to work independently
• Take pride in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment
• Be willing to support the wider needs of a busy secondary school

We Offer:

• A friendly and supportive school community
• A stable, full‑time, all‑year‑round role (37 hours per week)
• A competitive salary of £25,185 – £25,584 per annum (actual)
• Opportunities to develop skills and gain experience within facilities and site management

How to Apply

If you’re interested in this role, please send your CV or contact us to register your interest.

All applicants must hold (or be willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS and provide satisfactory references from over the past two years.

Career Teachers is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing an inclusive and professional service for all. All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled up holiday pay.

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