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Site Assistant

Hartland High School

Reading

  • £25,989 - £27,694 per year
  • Expired
Salary:
NJC pay scale, points 6-10 (25,989 -27,694) per annum.
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
22 December 2025
Apply by:
11 December 2025

Job overview

Job overview
The Greenshaw Learning Trust is ‘Always Learning’ 

We’re looking for a dedicated Site Assistant to join our friendly, supportive team at Hartland High School, part of the Greenshaw Learning Trust.

About Hartland High School: 

At Hartland High School, we have built our ethos on strong core values which underpin everything that we do - Work Hard, and Be Kind. Our aim is to give students at Hartland High School a better chance of success than if they attended any other school in the country. 

Our core values permeate all that we do. In our achievement-oriented culture, teaching and learning is our highest priority. We want our students to be healthy and have a great life. We are deeply committed to opening the hearts and minds of our future-focused young people.

About Greenshaw Learning Trust: 

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’. 

To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our ‘Why you should work for GLT’ recruitment brochure on our jobs portal. 

Main responsibilities:

Deputise as the main keyholder being responsible for security of the premises. To include the opening up and locking of premises including extended school provision, lettings and emergency call outs,identifying and training a suitable 2nd keyholder to cover periods of absence.
Be the second on site contact for all school estates projects, under the direction of Site Manager,Regional Estates Manager and Capital Project Managers.
Follow GLT financial processes, including monitoring the delegated estates budget, and ensuring best value.
To deputise for the Site Manager in managing a range of re-decoration and maintenance work, as agreed with the Regional Estates Manager to ensure a high standard of repair & decoration throughout the school, following GLT Safe System of Working protocols.
To deputise for the Site Manager in managing the site team in undertaking activities to maintain a safe and clean external environment e.g. gritting, litter picks, waste collection and removal, graffiti removal, safe access routes and keeping drains free from obstruction.
To deputise for the Site Manager in being responsible for carrying out Health and Safety and compliance checks including: Fire, Asbestos, Legionella, vehicles, and to keep accurate online records and paperwork relating to statutory compliance, building, plant, and equipment servicing and maintenance.
To use the online helpdesk system to record and respond to job requests, plan works, and effectively direct work on site.
To assist in the arrangement for maintenance work to be carried out by suitably qualified contractors, obtaining quotations, completing necessary paperwork, monitoring the safety of their working practices using the GLT Safe System of Working protocols, carrying out site inductions, reporting where possible on the quality of their work and follow up any apparent failures or further work required.
To deputise for the Site Manager in being responsible for the operation of the premises programmed systems, ensuring that all plant and equipment operates at maximum efficiency and economy, and regularly inspect plant and equipment to ensure that it is clean and in a safe working order, reporting any deficiencies as appropriate.
To deputise for the Site Manager in being responsible for the receiving of deliveries of goods and equipment and distributing as appropriate. To include maintaining appropriate records as required and appropriate levels of cleaning/sundries and repairs and maintenance materials.
To deputise for the Site Manager in managing the cleaning and site staff, or where appropriate the monitoring of cleaning contractors. Monitoring cleaning standards, ensuring corrective action as required and supporting during periods of absence, or where additional cleaning is required.
To undertake general porterage duties to include the setting out and putting away furniture as necessary.
Be aware of all out of hours activities at the school, and arrange for the opening, closing, heating, and availability of equipment as necessary.

You will need:

Good IT / numeracy / literacy skills / GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English
Full UK valid driving licence and use of suitable vehicle for travelling between multiple sites within the hub.
IOSH or NEBOSH qualification or ability to attain 
NVQ 3 or 4 OR equivalent qualification 
Caretaking/Site Management experience in a school or similar environment 
Working knowledge of relevant policies/codes of practice/legislation
Experience of H&S compliance practices and Safe Systems of Working 
Specific training in specialist area – Legionella, Asbestos, Fire Safety, etc. 
Relevant trade experience – plumbing, building, electrical etc 
Knowledge of moving and handling procedures 
Willingness to participate in development and training opportunities 
A First Aid certificate, or willingness to train as a first aider, Fire Warden training, or willingness to train as a lead Fire Warden

We can offer you: 

Professional development and career progression 
Generous pension scheme 
Blue Light Card 
Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only) 
An Employee Assistance Programme 
Gym Discounts 
Free eye tests 
Cycle to work scheme 
Being part of a great team and expanding organisation 

Please download the recruitment pack for further information. 

Closing date for receipt of applications is 11:59 pm on 11th December 2025. The role is due to commence as soon as possible after appointment. This is a full time, permanent position. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date. 

Interviews will be held the week commencing 15th December 2025.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know. 

Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

Follow us on Facebook, X, and LinkedIn. Further details can be found on our careers page.

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ABOUT OUR SCHOOL

At Hartland High School, we have built our ethos on strong core values which underpin everything that we do - Work Hard, and Be Kind. Our aim is to give students at Hartland High School a better chance of success than if they attended any other school in the country.

Our core values permeate all that we do. In our achievement-oriented culture, teaching and learning is our highest priority. We want our students to be healthy and have a great life. We are deeply committed to opening the hearts and minds of our future-focused young people.

The School is on a rapid trajectory of improvement that will be sustained over many years, it is a chance to be part of something very special. It will support career development and equip you for further development opportunities within the School and within our Trust. We are based in Reading in Berkshire, a culturally rich and bustling area of the country providing good access to Oxford and London. The area we serve is diverse, and therefore our catchment and students offer a range of expectations and challenges, being able to drive ambitions is key. This school will be one of the best schools in the country in the near future, and this is an incredible opportunity to join us on the start of our improvement journey.

Working Hard and Being Kind are present through all aspects of school life.

Work Hard

We have a strong desire and determination to achieve success, which includes working to the best of our ability at all times to meet our goals. We believe there are no limits to what can be achieved, meaning we do what it takes for as long as it takes in order to be successful.

Be Kind

We endeavour to model the kindness and compassion that should be shown to all every day, to ensure that this is embedded into our culture. We spread the message that no act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted, and encourage our students to do the same. This has helped us create a positive and friendly environment where staff and students alike can thrive and reach their full potential.

We are ambitious about diversity and inclusion and very much look forward to receiving applications from candidates whose personal qualities and values reflect those in the person specification and whose experiences also place them in a strong position to deliver the challenges set out in the job description. We encourage applications from candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, religion, belief, or race.

Hartland High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people therefore this appointment will be subject to vetting, including an enhanced DBS disclosure. The school website provides a clear picture of our aspirations and our vision; however, please do not hesitate to contact us to seek further information. We very much look forward to receiving applications from candidates whose personal qualities, values and experiences support and reflect ours.

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