Site Assistant

Oakbank School, Reading, Berkshire, RG7 1ER

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  3 December 2025 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  19 November 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time: 20 hours per week, Core hours 8am - 12pm, all year round. A flexible approach to working hours is required in accordance with operational requirements.
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: Salary calculated in line with NJC pay scale, points 6-10, £25,989 - £27,694 FTE per annum (actual pro-rata salary £14,048- £14,969).

What skills and experience we're looking for

Good IT / numeracy / literacy skills / GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English

Full UK valid driving licence and use of suitable vehicle for travelling between multiplesites within the hub

IOSH or NEBOSH qualification or ability to attain

NVQ 3 or 4 OR equivalent qualification

Caretaking/Site Management experience in a school or similar environment

Working knowledge of relevant policies/codes of practice/legislation

Experience of H&S compliance practices and Safe Systems of Working

Specific training in specialist area – Legionella, Asbestos, Fire Safety, etc

Relevant trade experience – plumbing, building, electrical etc

Knowledge of moving and handling procedures

Willingness to participate in development and training opportunities

A First Aid certificate, or willingness to train as a first aider, Fire Warden training, or willingness to train as a lead Fire Warden

Ability to make decisions, identify and solve problems on thorough analysis and sound judgement

Good organisational and project management skills, and the ability to balance competing pressures, deadlines and demands

Ability to work well as part of a team

Be aware of, and able to maintain, the confidentiality aspects of the role.

Commitment to working within the School’s Safeguarding Policy and Procedures.

Demonstrable and consistent approach towards others in operating with confidence,diplomacy and integrity

Commitment to high standards and expectations

Self-motivated and ability to use initiative

Ability to deal sensitively with people and resolve conflicts

Ability to listen and respond appropriately

A flexible approach to working hours

Committed to the safeguarding of children

What the school offers its staff

• Professional development and career progression
• Generous pension scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym Discounts
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Being part of a great team and expanding organisation

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Upload additional documents

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

GLT Recruitment Brochure - Why you should work for GLT.pdf - 4.31 MB (opens in new tab)

Oakbank School_Recruitment Pack_Site Assistant.pdf - 1.07 MB (opens in new tab)

About Oakbank School

• School type: Free School, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: Up to 560 pupils
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Email address: tjeffrey@hartlandhigh.co.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/oakbank-reading

Arranging a visit to Oakbank School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email tjeffrey@hartlandhigh.co.uk.

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