Home School: Soundwell Academy

Job Description: Site Assistant

Grade: 4 SCP 7 - 10 - £9,196.55 -£9,646.22

Responsible to: Head Teacher and Site Manager

Responsible for: the postholder will be required to secure the site at the end of the day, general repairs, maintenance and compliance tasks

Hours of work: 15:00 - 18:00 Term Time Only - 15hrs per week. Flexible for extra hours during the school holidays.

Job Purpose:

          The primary purpose of this post is to undertake a range of duties with regard to the building, site and environment and their users, ensuring their safety and security.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Carrying out general maintenance and basic repairs around the school
• painting , filling and minor decorating tasks
• Putting up shelves and fixtures
• Supporting the upkeep, safety and appearance of the site
• Assisting with general site duties as required

Physical Effort & Working Environment

• The postholder will be expected to undertake bending, lifting, pushing, pulling and stretching in the course of their duties. There may be an increased level or physical effort required in areas for children with personal or specialist needs.
• Due to the nature of cleaning, there will be an expectation that the postholder will be exposed to dirt and dust which on occasions, for example adverse weather conditions, may be higher than normal.

Personal Specification

• It is expected that the successful candidate would possess the following attributes:
• Current, clean driving licence
• Can work independently and as part of a team
• Reliable, adaptable and innovative approach to work activities
• Ability to work to set schedules
• Ability to re-prioritise work at short notice, responding to urgent tasks while undertaking routine tasks
• Ability to manage own workload within agreed time frame
• Responds professionally to customer requests
• Good communication skills
• Uses resources efficiently and effectively
• Approachable and friendly
• Remains calm under pressure
• Basic computer knowledge and ability to competently use mobile devices
• Knowledge of relevant Health and Safety requirements
• Uses safe working methods
• Willingly carries out repetitive tasks

Midsomer Norton Schools’ Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.