Site Assistant

Description:

Education Impact Academy Trust (EIAT) is seeking dedicated and proactive site staff to join its growing team. The role is an excellent opportunity to contribute directly to the development, maintenance, and compliance of the Trust’s estate, ensuring that students and staff have safe, high-quality environments to thrive in.

As a Site Assistant / Site Manager, you will:
✔ Perform site maintenance, repairs, and compliance tasks
✔ Ensure the school estate is safe and legally compliant with Health & Safety regulations
✔ Support the Estates & Environment Leader in strategic planning for the Trust’s infrastructure
✔ Collaborate with a Trust-wide estates team to improve facilities across multiple schools
✔ Travel between sites if needed (a valid driving license is advantageous)

This role is primarily based at Mayfield School (B19 1HJ), with Trust-wide responsibilities across Wilson Stuart School, Mayfield School, Queensbury School, The Hive College, Lime Tree Nursery, and Blue Sky Nursery.

🔹 Who We're Looking For:

We are seeking motivated individuals with:
✔ Experience in a site/facilities role
✔ Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and compliance requirements
✔ A proactive mindset with strong problem-solving skills
✔ Excellent teamwork and communication skills
✔ A commitment to supporting students with SEND and ensuring an optimal learning environment
✔ A clean driving license (preferred, for multi-site travel)

If you have a passion for facilities management, maintenance, and compliance, this role offers a great opportunity for career development in a growing multi-academy trust.

🔹 About Education Impact Academy Trust (EIAT):

Education Impact Academy Trust is a thriving Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) based in North Birmingham, incorporating:
🏫 Wilson Stuart School
🏫 Mayfield School
🏫 Queensbury School
🏫 The Hive College
🏫 Lime Tree Nursery
🏫 Blue Sky Nursery

Our ethos is "Better Never Ends," and we strive to work in a collaborative, innovative, and cohesive manner. This role provides an exciting opportunity to contribute to the future growth and success of our educational estate.

🔹 What We Offer:

✔ Competitive salary & benefits package (via BSHF)
✔ Regular professional development & training opportunities
✔ Opportunities to work across multiple sites
✔ Supportive and collaborative work environment
✔ Career progression opportunities within the Trust

EIAT values staff well-being and offers a positive, inclusive, and rewarding work culture.

🔹 Additional Information:

✅ Right to Work in the UK: This role is not part of Birmingham City Council employment. Applicants must have UK work authorization.
✅ DBS & Safeguarding: All employees undergo enhanced DBS checks, medical fitness assessments, and reference verifications.
✅ Commitment to Equal Opportunity: EIAT welcomes applications from diverse backgrounds and is committed to safeguarding children and young people.
✅ Fluency in English: As per Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016), candidates must demonstrate fluent spoken and written English.
✅ Online Checks: Shortlisted candidates will undergo online background checks as part of the recruitment process.