Estates Assistant (two opportunities - term time only and 52-week contract)
Reading School, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 5LW13 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026
Closing date
28 April 2026 at 9am
Date listed
15 April 2026
Job details
Job role
- Catering, cleaning and site management
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £24,795.00 - £24,795.00 Annually (FTE) 52-week contract: £24,795 per annum; Term Time Only Contract (actual): £20,961 per annum
Estates Assistant (two opportunities - term time only and 52-week contract) job summary
We are excited to offer two opportunities to join our Estates team at Reading School. We are looking for motivated, proactive and dependable Estates Assistants.
We are offering one position on a 52-week contract and a second position on a term-time only contract.
These roles sit at the heart of our school community, supporting the smooth running, safety, and maintenance of our site. If you enjoy varied, hands on work, take pride in high standards, and thrive in a role where no two days are the same, we would love to hear from you.
Please read the job descriptions carefully before submitting your application as the two roles do differ.
Working under the direction of the Estates Manager, the successful candidates will support the effective maintenance and day-to-day operation of the school site. This includes all grounds, teaching areas and residential properties, ensuring they are maintained to the highest standards of Health and Safety, security and presentation.
These roles require a flexible and proactive approach, with a willingness to provide cover for colleagues during periods of leave or absence, as directed by the Estates Manager.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to a busy and varied environment, playing a key role in supporting the smooth running of the school.
At Reading School, we have a clear educational philosophy and a deeply rooted commitment to social mobility. In all we do we seek to nurture character and develop academic excellence, and we know that what we do really matters. More than 10% of our Year 7 students come from disadvantaged backgrounds and we are proud of the difference that we make. In 2026, the school was rated the Sunday Times South East State Secondary School of the Year.
We are a short walk from central Reading and close to transport links. Reading is a diverse place to live with arts, culture and heritage at the heart of the town.
Contract DetailsPay ScaleSalary37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year with 29 days annual leave, increasing to 31 days after 5 years’ service.RS01 Point 3£24,795 per annum37 hours per week, Term Time only with regular evening and weekends work to cover events and lettings.RS01 Point 3Actual salary is £20,961 per annum (£24,795 per annum pro-rated)Deadline for Applications: 8am on Tuesday 28 April
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Reading School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS Disclosure and complete relevant pre-employment checks in line with our Safer Recruitment policy. Full details of our Safeguarding - Staff Recruitment Policy can be found on our website.
Applying for the job
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View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Reading School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1129 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
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- Reading School website
At Reading School, we have a clear educational philosophy and a deeply rooted commitment to social mobility. In all we do we seek to nurture character and develop academic excellence, and we know that what we do really matters. More than 10% of our Year 7 students come from disadvantaged backgrounds and we are proud of the difference that we make. In 2025, the school was rated the Sunday Times South East State School of the Year.
We are a short walk from central Reading and close to transport links. Reading is a diverse place to live with arts, culture and heritage at the heart of the town.
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