Swale Academies Trust
Site Assistant
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Westlands School
£25,316 - £26,378 - SAT B
37 hours per week, All Year Round
Start Date - ASAP
Interview Date – W/C 3rd August 2026
We have an opportunity for an enthusiastic and hardworking individual to join our Site Maintenance team as a Site Assistant.
As a Site Assistant, you will be involved in the maintenance and security of the school premises, ensuring a safe environment for staff, students, and visitors.
This is a full-time, all-year-round post. Working hours will be discussed at the interview.
Main duties will be:
- To undertake general repairs and maintenance around the establishment;
- Ensure resources such as cleaning supplies and equipment are stored and maintained appropriately;
- Maintain security of site, opening and closing of premises;
- Operate and regularly check heating, cooling, lighting, and security systems, etc.;
- Undertake general porterage duties such as moving furniture and equipment within the school.
- Some travel between our Kent schools will be expected, for which travel expenses may be claimed.
The successful candidate will:
- Have proficient technical and practical skills relevant to the job;
- Have experience of working in a school or maintenance/building industry;
- Be able to carry out maintenance and other practical tasks, such as basic plumbing, carpentry, electrics, decorating, and deep cleaning;
- Have a willingness to undertake appropriate training and professional development.
- Have competency in communication, teamwork, and customer service
- Have an understanding of health and safety
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Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our school. In return, we offer a stimulating, supporting, and rewarding working environment, where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression.
We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.
We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Join us to benefit from:
- Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
- Enhanced Maternity Pay
- Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme
- Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
- Access to training and development
- On-site Parking
- Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas, and restaurants
- Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
- Cycle to Work scheme
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If you are interested in this post and require further information or would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Peter Humphries, Assistant Headteacher, at peter.humphries@swale.at.
Applications should be made via Kent Teach or by submitting a SAT Application Form to peter.humphries@swale.at. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.
If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact Recruitment@swale.at.
We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.
In accordance with current GDPR compliance, we will not keep any details/application forms on file once the position is filled.
Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.
Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure.
Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.
Kent Teach advert - https://www.kent-teach.com/Recruitment/Vacancy/VacancyDetails.aspx?VacancyId=157896
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