Contract Type: Permanent

Contract Term: AYR - All year round

Hours per Week: 37.00

Weeks per Year: 52.143

Pay Grade: spot salary

The Role

Our school client have an exciting opportunity for a Site Operative to join their team in the centre of Northampton town.

In this role you will play a crucial role in supporting the daily operations and maintenance of our school site. Your responsibilities will include assisting with Estates management and security.

Roles and responsibilities include;

· Assisting with the unlocking and securing of the buildings and sites as required.

· Assisting with the reactive and planned maintenance tasks of the buildings and grounds, involving plumbing, carpentry, light replacement, furniture construction, drainage, decorating, cleaning, etc.

· Responding to maintenance requests arising from the Trust's helpdesk ticket system. Prioritising where necessary and completing jobs efficiently and proactively.

· Assisting events and setting up/take down of furniture and equipment as required.

· Liaising with staff as needed, letting them know approximate timings and any impact on their areas. Informing staff if work cannot be done and of any workarounds.

· Taking the lead in delivering small works and minor projects.

· Leading in the planning and running of key Trust/academy events, such as Open Evenings.

· Assisting with the day-to-day security of the buildings and grounds including arming and disarming the intruder alarms, locking all doors and windows at the end of the academy day, as required

· Acting as a key holder and be available as necessary in connection with emergencies arising from the academy's intruder alarm system.

· To provide general assistance including porterage, moving furniture and dealing with deliveries ensuring that the front entrance of academy is always clear and welcoming.

· Escorting contractors/visitors, when required.

· Participating in and assist with the academy's fire drills.

This is an exciting, innovative and growing organisation where we try to do things differently, aligned to our core values. Our Trust is a collaborative partnership of currently seven schools.

By working for our Trust, you'll be able to take advantage of a wealth of professional development and support opportunities, as well as a range of employee benefits.

These include:

· Continuous professional development and training opportunities.

· Career and leadership opportunities within our growing family of schools.

· A corporate eye care plan.

· Flu jabs for all staff.

· Cycle to work scheme.

· Access to Health and Wellbeing benefits

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). References will be taken up before interviews are offered.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or age