About the Role:
Dunbar Education is proud to partner with a dedicated SEN School in search of a committed and reliable Assistant Site Supervisor. This role is ideal for someone passionate about ensuring a safe, clean, and well-maintained learning environment for students with special educational needs.
Hours: 25 hours per week (1:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday)
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the Site Supervisor in the day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of the school premises, ensuring all areas are safe, clean, and presentable.
- Carry out minor repairs, including carpentry, plumbing, and general maintenance tasks.
- Support in managing contractors and external service providers on-site, ensuring work is completed to a high standard.
- Monitor and maintain the security of the school site, including locking and unlocking the premises as required.
- Assist in ensuring that health and safety regulations are adhered to across the school site.
- Help maintain the school's grounds, including gardening and general outdoor upkeep.
- Respond to any urgent maintenance issues that may arise during working hours.
- Participate in setting up rooms for school events and activities as needed.
- Conduct regular inspections of the school buildings and grounds, reporting any issues to the Site Supervisor.
- Assist with any other duties as directed by the Site Supervisor or school management.
Key Requirements:
- Previous experience in a similar role, preferably within a school or educational setting.
- Basic knowledge of building maintenance, including plumbing, electrical, and carpentry skills.
- Strong understanding of health and safety regulations.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and positive attitude.
- Excellent time management and organisational skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, and external contractors.
- A commitment to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for all members of the school community.
- Flexibility to respond to the needs of the school, including occasional additional hours if required.
- Must have a DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one.
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and inclusive school environment where you can make a real difference in the day-to-day lives of students with special educational needs. As part of Dunbar Education, you will have access to ongoing support and professional development opportunities.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in this role and meet the requirements, please apply with your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you would be a great fit for this position.
Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, to share this commitment. To adhere with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all registrations will be required to fill out our application form in, to receive work. This will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Dunbar Education is a member of ASPCo compliance plus, for more information please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement.
