Site Assistant | Faith Primary School | Merton

Marchant Recruitment
Merton, Greater London

Position: Site Assistant
Location: Merton
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: Immediate Start Available

Site Assistant Role in a Faith Primary School

A welcoming Faith Primary School in Merton is seeking to appoint a reliable and practical Site Assistant to join its premises team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a hands-on approach to become an important part of the school's daily operations, helping to maintain a safe, secure, clean, and welcoming environment for pupils, staff, and visitors.

The school has a strong community ethos and is committed to providing a nurturing environment where pupils can thrive. The successful candidate will work alongside an experienced Site Manager and wider support team, contributing to the smooth running of the school site.

About the Role

The successful Site Assistant will support the day-to-day maintenance and operation of the school premises. You will assist with general maintenance, site security, health and safety checks, room setups, deliveries, and ensuring the school buildings and grounds are maintained to a high standard.

The role will involve a mixture of planned tasks and responding to day-to-day issues across the site. You will need to be practical, dependable, and comfortable working independently while also supporting colleagues when required.

This position would suit someone with previous caretaking, maintenance, facilities, or site experience who takes pride in maintaining a high-quality environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with the daily operation and maintenance of the school site

  • Carry out minor repairs and general maintenance tasks

  • Help ensure buildings and grounds remain clean, safe, and secure

  • Complete routine site and health and safety checks

  • Assist with opening and securing the premises

  • Set up classrooms, halls, and other areas for school activities

  • Receive deliveries and support contractors when required

  • Report maintenance issues and assist with resolving site-related problems

The School Environment

This Faith Primary School in Merton provides a warm and inclusive environment where pupils are encouraged to develop academically, socially, and personally. The school places great importance on maintaining a safe and welcoming site that supports both learning and the wider school community.

The premises team plays an important role in the school's success, working closely with teachers, support staff, leadership, parents, and visitors. The successful candidate will be joining a friendly and supportive team where reliability and professionalism are highly valued.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Requirements

  • Previous experience in a site, caretaking, maintenance, or facilities role

  • Good practical and DIY skills

  • Strong awareness of health and safety

  • Reliable, organised, and proactive approach to work

  • Ability to communicate effectively with staff, contractors, and visitors

Desirable

  • Previous experience working within a school or educational setting

  • Knowledge of building maintenance and site security

  • Relevant health and safety qualifications

  • Experience carrying out routine inspections and maintenance checks

How to Apply

To be considered for this Site Assistant position at a Faith Primary School in Merton, please forward an up-to-date CV as soon as possible.

Posted 2026-08-13

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