Site Assistant

Havant Academy, which is a member of the Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT), was judged 'Good' in all areas in December 2018.

Our school is looking for an energetic and responsible person who possesses a skill set that enables them to efficiently handle DIY maintenance and the ability to problem-solve and resolve basic maintenance issues. You will need to be an effective communicator and be willing to become a supportive member of a small site team.

Whether you have previous experience working within a school or looking for a career change, you will be enthusiastic and  hardworking.

The ideal candidate will have excellent awareness of Health and Safety procedures and good experience and knowledge of building maintenance and DIY skills. The successful candidate will work closely with the Site Manager and the site team to ensure the smooth operation of the school site on a day-to-day basis.

Working pattern: 5:30am - 13:30pm and 13:15pm - 21:15pm (plus weekends on a rolling rota).

All employees at Havant Academy are expected to promote the highest possible personal and professional standards as an example to colleagues and students and promote good relationships and communication between all members of Havant Academy and the wider community.

We offer:

• A positive and optimistic working environment focussed on student progress and high standards of achievement and behaviour
• An ambitious leadership team with a clear vision for the school
• TKAT is a Disability Confident Employer
• Eligibility to purchase a Blue Light card
• Cycle to work scheme 
• TKAT Widerwallet discount programme with a wealth of discounts
• Free eye tests       
• Employee Assistance Programme - free and confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects 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 a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) along with other relevant employment checks.

As an Equal Opportunities Employer the school is committed to ensuring that its employment policies and procedures provide equality of opportunity.

We would encourage any potential applicants to visit us. Please contact Ashleigh Newland on 02393 063 516 or email Ashleigh.Newland@havant-tkat.org if you would like a tour of the school. 

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications. If you have not had any communication within 10 days of the closing date please take this as confirmation that on this occasion your application has not been successful.