Site Assistant | Secondary School | Hackney
Role: Site Assistant
Location: Hackney
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Shift-based between early morning and late afternoon
School Type: Secondary School (Ofsted-rated Requires Improvement)
Practical Support Role in a Busy School Environment
A secondary school in Hackney is looking to appoint a dependable Site Assistant to support the day-to-day running of the school site. This is a hands-on position suited to someone practical, reliable, and comfortable working across a range of maintenance and facilities tasks.
The successful candidate will support the Site Manager in maintaining a safe and functional environment for staff and students.
Main Duties
This role involves supporting the upkeep of the school buildings and grounds, ensuring facilities remain safe and operational throughout the day.
Key responsibilities include:
Opening and securing school buildings
Carrying out basic maintenance and repair tasks
Supporting room setups for lessons and school activities
Assisting with deliveries and moving equipment
Conducting routine site checks and reporting issues
Maintaining outdoor areas and general cleanliness
Supporting health and safety procedures across the site
You will be expected to respond to day-to-day requests from staff while maintaining routine site responsibilities.
About the Working Environment
The school in Hackney operates across a busy site with regular movement of students and staff throughout the day. The facilities team plays an essential role in ensuring classrooms, corridors, and shared spaces remain safe and accessible.
Clear procedures are in place for reporting maintenance issues and managing daily site operations. You will work as part of a small team, with defined responsibilities and support from the Site Manager.
This role involves regular physical activity and may include working both indoors and outdoors depending on daily needs.
Ideal Background
This position would suit someone with practical experience who is confident handling basic repairs and maintenance duties.
The school is particularly interested in candidates who:
Have previous site, caretaking, or maintenance experience
Are comfortable using basic tools and equipment
Can manage physical tasks such as lifting and moving items
Demonstrate reliability and punctuality
Are able to follow safety procedures consistently
Work well both independently and as part of a team
Previous experience working in a school environment is beneficial but not required.
Application Details
To apply for this Site Assistant position in Hackney , please submit your CV for consideration. The school is reviewing applications as they are received and aims to appoint a suitable candidate in time to support an ASAP start .
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