Estates Assistant (Part time 18.5 hours per week)

We are seeking a proactive and friendly person to assist with the smooth running and safety of the School across all its sites in the evenings and at weekends. The successful candidate must be a self-starter and organised, capable of working on their own initiative and making decisions independently. The role is varied and interesting and assists with the overall smooth running of the School. The School benefits from a dedicated team of Estates staff who work to maintain and continually improve the School’s buildings and grounds. The Estates team comprises; a grounds team, who maintain the School’s gardens and sports pitches; a dedicated Estates Facilities and Maintenance team, who carry out general repairs and work with contractors to complete building projects, (and who work to support staff and pupils throughout the year); and a large cleaning team. The main requirements of the role, which are flexible in line with the requirements of the School are: Out of hours/Event Support: ● Serve as the primary point of contact for site-related matters outside of core school hours. ● Provide a professional and welcoming environment, acting as the main point of contact for external hirers and staff during evening and weekend events. ● Assist with preparations for school functions, including car park marshalling, setting up equipment/furniture, and cleaning areas (performance spaces, gyms, etc.) to ensure they are ready for school the following day. General Duties/Maintenance ● Assess emergency situations, including fire and intruder alarm activations, and determine necessary actions. This may include requesting additional assistance from external contractors. ● Troubleshoot basic heating, hot water and electrical failures and seek appropriate assistance where necessary. ● Undertake routine maintenance and compliance checks and tasks as required. Full training will be provided. ● Assist with maintaining cleanliness standards throughout the Estate as required. ● Ensure the