Site Assistant

Robert May's School, Hook, Hampshire, RG29 1NA

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  19 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  5 October 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: £26,017.00 - £27,110.00 Annually (FTE) £26,017-£27,110 plus a 10% shift allowance

Site Assistant job summary

Robert May’s School has a vacancy for a hardworking, flexible and reliable Site Assistant, with a range of practical skills, to join our Estates team.

We are seeking to appoint someone who will engage positively with members of the school community, demonstrate initiative and commitment and work in partnership with our school team to:

• Ensure the good upkeep and security of the school premises, buildings and grounds
• Undertake a range of minor repairs, maintenance and decorating
• Provide a first class service to hirers of our artificial turf pitch and other school facilities
• Work in a flexible manner for the needs of students and the school

The successful candidate will be required to undertake regular training to help them to fulfil their role successfully and to comply with health and safety standards. It is anticipated that the Site Assistant would also be willing to undertake training to drive the school’s minibus.

The role may also include working at heights and some lifting. Previous experience is desirable (building trade or good DIY skills would be an advantage) but training will be provided.

Community lettings of our artificial turf pitch and other facilities are very popular. The successful applicant will be a key contact for our hirers and other community members.

The post is full time, 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. Working hours form part of a rotating shift pattern (including early morning or evening hours) and occasional weekend hours may be required.

What we offer

• A friendly and collaborative working environment with a genuine commitment to staff wellbeing.
• Tailored continuous professional development (CPD)
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Cycle to Work scheme and free on-site parking
• A dedicated annual staff wellbeing day, alongside access to an Employee Assistance Programme and a 24-hour virtual GP service

For further information or to arrange an informal visit to the school, please contact Mrs Lisa Shackleton, HR Manager at lisa.shackleton@rmays.com or by telephone 01256 702700.

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.

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 Robert May's School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1354 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Robert May's School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/robert-may-s-school

Robert May’s School, which dates from 1694, is a high attaining and oversubscribed 11-16 Academy school with a distinctive ethos based on the charitable principles of our founder.

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