Job Introduction
Site Assistant
Norman Gate Primary School (SEND)
We are looking to appoint a reliable and practical Site Assistant to join our friendly team at a specialist primary school for children who have moderate learning difficulties and additional needs such as autism, AHD D, Speech and language needs.
This is a part‑time role, working 3 days per week from 7.30am to 4.30pm, supporting the day‑to‑day safety, security and upkeep of our school site.
The Role
You will play an important role in helping to maintain a safe, clean and purposeful environment for our pupils, staff and visitors. Working under the direction of the School Business Manager, you will assist with site security, basic maintenance, health and safety checks and the general upkeep of the school.
You will be working in a SEND environment, so a calm, patient and safety focused approach is essential, with an understanding that some pupils may have physical, sensory or emotional needs.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Opening and securing the school site
- Carrying out routine health and safety and site checks
- Maintaining and updating site risk assessments
- Supporting basic maintenance, minor repairs and DIY tasks
- Maintaining outdoor areas, walkways and entrances
- Preparing rooms for school activities and events
- Assisting with deliveries and moving equipment
- Supporting contractors on site
- Ensuring safeguarding and safety procedures are followed at all times
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
- Has experience of caretaking, maintenance or practical site work
- Can carry out basic DIY and premises tasks safely
- Understands the importance of health and safety in a school environment
- Is reliable, organised and able to work independently
- Communicates well and works positively as part of a team
- Is willing to work in a SEND primary school setting
- Experience of working in a school or SEND environment is desirable but not essential.
What We Offer:
- A supportive and welcoming SEND school community
- A role that makes a real difference to pupils’ safety and wellbeing
- Full Hampshire induction training and support
- Clear working hours: 3 days per week, 7.30am – 4.30pm, with the potential for additional hours as needed.
Safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
