Remedy Recruitment Group
Assistant Site Services Officer
Location: Woodford Green, Essex
Salary: Competitive (DOE)
Join a Growing Specialist Education Setting
Our client is seeking a reliable, proactive, and hands-on Assistant Site Services Officer to join their dedicated site team at a specialist school supporting children and young people with additional needs.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in maintaining a safe, secure, and welcoming environment where pupils can thrive. The successful candidate will assist with the day-to-day running of the school site, ensuring facilities are well maintained and compliant with health and safety requirements.
The Role
As the Assistant Site Services Officer, you will:
- Assist in the day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of the school site.
- Carry out general repairs and maintenance within the scope of a competent handyperson.
- Help ensure the security of the premises, including locking and unlocking the site.
- Support the maintenance of school equipment and machinery.
- Supervise the cleaning team and help maintain high standards of cleanliness.
- Assist with porterage duties and room set-ups as required.
- Carry out statutory and routine site checks to help ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Support the Site Services Officer in maintaining both the internal and external areas of the school.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
- Previous experience in a caretaking, maintenance, facilities, or site services role.
- A good understanding of health and safety legislation and building compliance.
- Practical maintenance and repair skills.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle, as occasional travel to other local sites may be required.
- Flexibility to work occasional weekends as part of the contracted hours.
What's on Offer?
- A rewarding role within a specialist education environment.
- A supportive and friendly team.
- Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.
- Staff wellbeing initiatives and an excellent benefits package.
- The chance to make a meaningful contribution to the education and wellbeing of children with additional needs.
Location: Woodford Green
Apply today! Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and interviews may be arranged before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.
The successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS check, and all relevant safeguarding and pre-employment checks.
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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