Local Government South East
Site Assistant – Blessed Hugh Faringdon School
Get notified of more jobs like this · No spam, ever
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Full Time
Permanent Reading
Posted 5 hours ago
£26,427 to £26,847 Per year
Closes: 18 October 2026
Website: Reading Borough Council
37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Site Assistant to join our Site Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive and friendly environment, ensuring the school remains a clean, safe, and well-maintained space for students, staff, and visitors.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting the upkeep, maintenance, cleanliness, and security of the school site.
- Opening and closing the school buildings on a rotational basis (6:30am opening, 6:00pm closing).
- Carrying out minor repairs and general maintenance tasks.
- Assisting with site security and health & safety procedures.
- Setting up rooms and spaces for school events and activities.
- Working flexibly to accommodate the needs of the school.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
About You
- Reliable, proactive, and able to work independently.
- A good team player with a positive attitude.
- Basic maintenance and DIY skills are desirable.
- Willingness to adapt to the needs of the school, including occasional flexibility with working hours.
If you are interested in joining our friendly team and making a real difference to the school environment, we would love to hear from you!
Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School is a successful and oversubscribed school. We are committed to character education, helping students flourish not only through academic excellence but by offering them the opportunities to grow and develop.
It’s an exciting time to join our friendly, supportive and dedicated staff.
A job description and application form can be downloaded from our website – https://www.hughfaringdon.org/home/join-us/vacancies/
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
You can also submit your application via the upload application link on our website.
Further information can also be obtained from Juliet Lyons, Operations Assistant – recruitment@hughfaringdon.org
Closing Date – 18th October 2026
Applications considered upon receipt. Interviews will be organised as and when applications are received.
The school reserves the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.
To apply for this job please visit www.hughfaringdon.org.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Location