Site Operative

Western Primary School, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG2 0NA

25 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  9 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  14 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Catering, cleaning and site management
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £19,960.00 - £21,652.00 Annually (Actual) Band 8, SCP 12-17. FTE: £29,542 - £32,046

Site Operative job summary

Permanent. Full year, including Training Days. 25 hours per week. Monday to Friday 6:00am-11:00am

A school site is at the heart of the school community. As our Site Operative, you will help create a safe, welcoming and well-maintained environment where children can learn, play and achieve their best.

This is a varied, hands-on role where no two days are the same. You will use your practical skills to carry out a range of maintenance and repair tasks across the school, helping to keep buildings, facilities and grounds safe, compliant and well cared for. Good joinery, plumbing and decorating skills are essential requirements of this role and will be used regularly to maintain and improve the school environment. Your contribution will have a direct impact on the experience of pupils, staff and visitors every day.

We are looking for someone who enjoys finding practical solutions, takes pride in their work and can work independently whilst also knowing when to seek advice or support. You will be proactive in identifying issues, taking appropriate action within your level of training and competence and escalating matters that require specialist expertise.

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is at the centre of everything we do. The successful candidate will understand the importance of maintaining a safe and secure environment, reporting any safeguarding, health and safety or security concerns promptly and following school policies and procedures at all times.

If you are practical, reliable and committed to making a positive difference within a school community, we would love to hear from you.

About our School

Western Primary, recognised as outstanding across all areas by Ofsted in March 2024, Western Primary School is a successful two-form entry primary school. Our school vision is to develop kind, ambitious, curious, confident, and successful young people who are excited about their futures. Kindness, Honesty, and Respect are the underpinning values of our school.

Here at Western Primary School, we think of ourselves not just as a school, but as a thriving community - a true reflection of the strong, supportive network that has grown here over the years. Our dedicated staff, governors, pupils, and their families all play a vital role in shaping the warm, inclusive environment we’re so proud of. 

As a founding member of the Red Kite Learning Trust, we’re also fortunate to be part of a wider family of schools, sharing expertise and support. It’s these powerful relationships that enable our children to truly flourish - not just academically, but personally and socially too.

Here’s what you can expect when you join us:

• Generous pension scheme: Employer contribution rate of 14.9%, plus a wide range of benefits and discounts. Full details HERE
• Flexible working options: We support work-life balance and are open to exploring suitable arrangements
• Supportive environment: We prioritise respect, equality, diversity, and well-being
• Community culture: Collaboration and generosity are at the heart of our team
• Professional development: We invest in your growth at every stage of your career

For more about Western Primary School, click the ‘view our careers page’ button.

About You

To be a good fit for this role, you will be:

• A practical problem-solver who enjoys keeping buildings and facilities safe, functional and well maintained
• Someone who takes pride in their work and notices the small details that make a big difference
• Committed to safeguarding and creating a safe, secure and welcoming environment for children and young people
• A dependable team player who can work independently whilst building positive relationships across the school community

Next Steps

Ready to Apply: If you have all the info you need, click APPLY NOW to start your application.

Let’s Connect: We would love to speak to you to answer any questions you might have about this role or our school ahead of applying for this opportunity. To arrange a convenient time to speak in person, or visit us, please email Sally Downes at downess@wes.rklt.co.uk.

Adjustments: Should you require any adjustments to our recruitment process, please include these within Part Two of our application form under the section ‘Disability and Accessibility’.

Applicant Guidance: Red Kite Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. We are an equal opportunities employer which welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We are committed to promoting diversity and want a workforce which reflects the local population of each of our schools. Our recruitment guidelines and privacy notice for applicants can be found HERE.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage early submission. We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be appointed.

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 Western Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 478 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Western Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/western-primary-school-harrogate

School location

Get a job alert when similar jobs are listed

Find more school jobs in Harrogate and North Yorkshire