Estates Assistant

The Richmond upon Thames School, Twickenham, Middlesex, TW2 7SL

23 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  12 April 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  20 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: The position is for 31.5 hours per week (shift pattern TBC).
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £27,327-£28,547 (Pro Rata)

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking to appoint a dynamic and enthusiastic Estates Assistant to join our team to support the day-to-day running of the RTS site, including a wide range of duties and responsibilities connected with the fabric and grounds of the school.

You will need to enjoy being part of a team and be able to cope in a fast paced environment. Most of the role is customer facing, so attention to detail and excellent customer service skills are a prerequisite.

As an Estates Assistant you will work with the Estates Team to help to maintain a safe, efficient and effective Estates service that supports a high-quality learning and working environment for students and staff.

What the school offers its staff

The school is well placed for excellent transport links whether travelling by foot, cycle, car, bus or train.

• There are ample secure cycle racks for staff to use (as well as staff showering facilities on site), as well as access to a ‘Cycle to Work’ scheme.

• The site also has a secure, controlled access car park for staff to use with direct access to the A316.

• The school is well served by local bus routes in all directions; and is within easy walking distance to Twickenham train station, which is in Zone 3 and well served by South Western Trains. The station has recently undergone a major redevelopment with a new station building, access and shops.

There is a focus on developing community and positive staff wellbeing through:

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

• Quiz nights

• Discounted tickets at some Harlequins matches

• Staff-led fitness and sports

• Discounted membership for Nuffield Health, Twickenham (next door to RTS);

• Seasonal gatherings

• Free tea and coffee in the light and airy staff social room

• Two-week Autumn half-term break; and

• Membership of a pension scheme is available.

Continuing professional development has a strong focus. There is an extensive programme available which extends to internal and external specialists, as well as partnerships with other educational and business providers.

RTS is proud of its well established links within the community and has an active PTA.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Richmond upon Thames School Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be expected to complete an enhanced DBS check and to disclose any information relevant to Disqualification by Association.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

RTS Estates Assistant JD - March 2026.pdf - 3.69 MB (opens in new tab)

About The Richmond upon Thames School

• School type: Free School, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 755 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Richmond upon Thames School website
• Email address: hr@rts.richmond.sch.uk
• Phone number: 0208 891 2985
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-richmond-upon-thames-school

We are seeking resilient and forward-thinking people to support us to realise our Trust’s vision that every student will leave RTS with excellent academic outcomes and a clear purpose for the next stage of their lives.

We have already established a vibrant, inclusive school that provides an excellent experience for every member of its community. In five years, we have grown from 125 students in Year 7 to 750 students across Years 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11. The years that follow promised to be exciting as we continue to grow into our permanent building and new sports centre.

The school is uniquely situated on the Richmond Education and Enterprise Campus with Clarendon Special School, Capella House School, Richmond Upon Thames College.

Our first Ofsted inspection took place in January 2020 and we are delighted that the inspectors rated the school ‘outstanding’ for personal development and ‘good’ for the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, leadership and management, and overall effectiveness.

Arranging a visit to The Richmond upon Thames School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@rts.richmond.sch.uk.

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