We are seeking a reliable, proactive, and hands-on Site Maintenance Operative to join our dedicated Site Team at Woldgate School. This is a vital role in ensuring our school site remains safe, secure, clean, and welcoming for pupils, staff, and visitors.

As a key member of the team, you will support the day-to-day operations of the school, carrying out a wide range of maintenance, janitorial, and site support duties to help create an outstanding learning environment.

 Key Responsibilities:

• Daily site security, including opening and locking up the premises
• Preparing school areas for lessons, assemblies, and events
• Portering duties including accepting and distributing deliveries
• General maintenance (basic plumbing, joinery, decoration)
• Prioritising and completing tasks logged via the Every Business Management system
• Ensuring the school environment meets health & safety and quality standards
• Liaising with contractors and supporting planned maintenance schedules
• Operating or training to use a Building Management System (BMS)
• Supporting the school’s net zero carbon goals
• Grounds maintenance and waste management
• Emergency response and out-of-hours support
• Keeping accurate records of all work undertaken

What We’re Looking For:

• A practical, solution-focused individual with a strong work ethic
• Experience in site maintenance or a similar role (desirable)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good understanding of health & safety regulations
• Willingness to undertake training as required
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

Why Join Us?

• An exiting time as we look to move in to our new school premises very soon
• Make a real difference in the daily life of our school community
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• A varied and rewarding role in a vibrant school environment

How to apply

If you would like to apply for this vacancy, please download a Support Staff application form (see related documents).

Completed application forms should be emailed to Laura Harben, LHarben@woldgate.net

Closing Date: 9am Wednesday 20th August 2025

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure.