Senior Site Assistant

Four Acres Academy, Bristol, Bristol, BS13 8RB

15 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  7 November 2025

• Closing date

  23 November 2025 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  7 November 2025

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: Grade 5 SCP 11-15 £28,142-£30,024

Senior Site Assistant job summary

Four Acres Academy is seeking a proactive and committed Senior Site Assistant to join our dedicated Estates team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for our pupils, staff, and visitors. You’ll be part of a supportive and ambitious team who are committed to helping every child reach their full potential. You’ll join colleagues who work collaboratively to create a positive, inclusive learning environment where staff and pupils thrive together.

At Four Acres Academy, we are proud of our inclusive ethos and strong community spirit. We strive to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment where children are encouraged to explore, learn and grow. Our dedicated staff team works together to deliver high-quality education and care, supported by excellent facilities and a commitment to continuous improvement. Four Acres Academy is proud to be part of Futura Learning Partnership, a trust dedicated to building the brightest future for all, enabling every individual to flourish.

We’re looking for someone who:

Brings energy, commitment and practical skills to their work

Builds positive relationships and works well in a team

Has excellent DIY and estates management skills, including basic IT and time management

Is self-motivated, observant, and able to work independently

Shares our belief that every child deserves the very best opportunities

As Senior Site Assistant, you will:

• Ensure the safety and security of site users

• Maintain the cleanliness and professional appearance of buildings and grounds

• Carry out minor maintenance, supervise contractors, and manage compliance checks

• Support external lettings, emergency response, and seasonal site duties

• Be flexible to work across schools within the Trust

Note: Upon completing one year in post, the successful candidate will be supported by Futura to undertake a Level 2–3 Apprenticeship in Facilities Management.

Our Culture and Offer

We believe people flourish when they feel valued, supported and inspired. At Four Acres Academy, you’ll find a collaborative culture, purposeful professional development and a shared commitment to wellbeing.

All colleagues benefit from a fully funded Health Cash Plan, providing up to £500 each year towards everyday health costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy appointments.

How to Apply

To apply and find out more, please click the apply button.

Closing date: 21/11/2025

Interviews: Will be held shortly after

Role information: Full-time,  7am-3pm or 8am-4pm Monday to Friday

PLEASE NOTE: Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement.

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

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Four Acres Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 440 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Four Acres Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/four-acres-academy

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