School Site Assistant
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TimePlan Education Active Vacancy

School Site Assistant

Employer: TimePlan Education Location: Southampton Salary: £95.00 - £115/day
Posted on
17 September 2026 (2 weeks ago)
Employment Type
Permanent
Closing Date
17 October 2026
Job Reference
225618943

About this role

This is a five-week contract for a School Site Assistant in Southampton, commencing 6th November, working 8:00am to 4:00pm, Monday to Friday, with a daily rate of £95.00 to £115. The successful candidate will support the day-to-day running of the school site, carrying out general hands-on maintenance and basic site duties, and assisting with setting up the main hall for lunches, assemblies and other school activities. Additional tasks include portering and distributing food, replenishing toilet rolls and other essential supplies, and helping with the general upkeep and presentation of the school premises.

Job Description

Site Assistant

Initial Contract: 5 weeks, commencing 6th November
Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm, Monday to Friday

We are looking for a reliable and practical Site Assistant to join our school team for an initial five-week period.

The successful candidate will support the day-to-day running of the school site, helping to ensure the premises are clean, safe, well-maintained and ready for pupils and staff.



Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out general hands-on maintenance and basic site duties.

  • Assist with setting up the main hall for lunches, assemblies and other school activities.

  • Porter and distribute food as required.

  • Replenish toilet rolls and other essential supplies.

  • Help with the general upkeep and presentation of the school premises.

  • Respond positively to ad-hoc tasks and requests from school staff.

  • Work safely and responsibly at all times.



About You

We are looking for someone who is:

  • Reliable and punctual, with a strong work ethic.

  • Practical and willing to be hands-on.

  • Able to work independently and use their own initiative.

  • Flexible and happy to undertake a variety of tasks.

  • Friendly, approachable and able to work well as part of a team.

  • Previous school experience is desirable but not essential.

This is a varied and practical role suited to someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys supporting a busy school environment.

TimePlan Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face to face interview. TimePlan Education is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation.

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