Job Description
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Full Time Site Officer
37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Varying shifts (depending on school placement)
Essex Scale 3 (points 5 - 6), £25,583 - £25,989
We are seeking to appoint aflexible, enthusiastic and energetic Trust Site Officerto support our existing Site Teams across the HIVE Family of Schools. This is a vital role ensuring the smooth running and safety of our school sites.
Key Responsibilities:
· Opening and closing of school premises
· Ensuring site security
· Portering and general maintenance
· Cleaning duties
· Assisting staff with site-related issues
· Covering unplanned absences and providing support during busy periods
· Occasional lettings cover
About You:
· Flexible and reliable with excellent time management
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills
· Able to follow direction and adhere to Health & Safety procedures
· Physically fit due to the nature of the role
· Skilled in general maintenance, caretaking and DIY
· A proactive "can-do" attitude
Location:You will be required to work across any of our Trust schools:
· Moulsham Infant School
· Moulsham Junior School
· Writtle Infant School
· Writtle Junior School
· Highwood Primary School
This list may expand based on any future growth within our Trust.
How to Apply:Please refer to theJob Description and Person Specificationbefore applying. If you would like more information please contact our Chief Finance & Operations Officer, Tara Barrett on 01245-352098 or email tbarrett@hivefamily.co.uk
Information about the Trust and our Schools:
HIVE family- Our five schools are already successful in their own right, whilst benefiting from being part of the HIVE family, which was officially formed in April 2025. Moulsham Junior School, Moulsham Infants, Highwood Primary, Writtle Infants and Writtle Juniors, have worked together closely for many years as part of school-to-school support. This collaborative relationship has helped improve outcomes for children, supported staff professional development and enabled leaders to share best practices. The HIVE is a fully inclusive family, meeting the diverse and Safeguarding needs of the children, this being at the forefront on everything we do, to ensure children feel happy and safe. https://hivefamily.co.uk/hive
As an equal opportunities' employer, HIVE family of schools is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age; disability; gender re-assignment; marriage and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; race (which includes ethnic origin, nationality and ethnic or national origins); religion or belief; sex; and sexual orientation. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join HIVE family of schools.
HIVE family of schools is committed to safeguarding our pupils against radicalisation and extremism and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
In compliance with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all applications must be made on an application form, CVs will not be accepted. This appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references.
We may decide to close the advertisement sooner in the event that suitable candidates are shortlisted before the closing date.