Site Operative

Site PorterFull-Time | 37.5 Hours per Week | Permanent RoleAre you a hands-on, reliable, and proactive individual looking for a varied role within a busy school environment? We are currently recruiting for a Site Porter to join a dedicated Estates and Services team, supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of a prestigious school site.This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys practical work, takes pride in delivering excellent service, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.Working HoursThis role operates on a two-week alternating rota across 52 weeks of the year:Week A: 10:00am - 6:00pmWeek B: 6:00am - 2:00pm(30-minute unpaid lunch break included)As Site Porter, you will play a key role in supporting the operational running of the school and wider charity facilities. Working within the in-house portering team, you will assist with site logistics, deliveries, event set-ups, security duties, and general operational support while ensuring health and safety standards are maintained at all times.This is a physically active role requiring excellent organisation, communication, and time management skills. You will regularly interact with staff, visitors, contractors, parents, and senior leadership, so professionalism and a positive approach are essential.Key Responsibilities as the Site Porter:Managing and responding to portering requests through the CAFM helpdesk systemUnlocking and securing buildings and gates during early and late shiftsReceiving, distributing, and storing deliveries, parcels, and incoming postAssisting with furniture moves, room set-ups, assemblies, parents' evenings, and school eventsSupporting the smooth running of major school and charity eventsMonitoring site safety and responding to alarms when requiredProviding reception cover during designated timesSupporting traffic management and maintaining site security awarenessEnsuring photocopier supplies are stocked across the siteCarrying out manual handling duties safely and efficientlyAssisting with vehicle checks, basic maintenance, and minibus duties when requiredSupporting wider Estates, Cleaning, Grounds, and Maintenance teams as neededMaintaining excellent housekeeping standards across the siteThe person:Essential RequirementsFull clean UK driving licenceGood understanding of health & safety practicesAbility to work on a rotating shift patternProfessional appearance and attitude at all timesExperiencePhysically fit and comfortable with manual handling dutiesHighly organised with good time management skillsA strong communicator with a professional and approachable mannerAble to work independently and as part of a teamProactive, reliable, and willing to support wider operational activitiesComfortable using computers and online systemsFlexible and adaptable to changing prioritiesDesirable ExperiencePrevious experience in a porter, facilities, caretaking, estates, or operational support roleExperience working within schools, education, or large sitesBasic vehicle maintenance knowledgeManual handling or health & safety trainingWhat our client is offering:A varied and rewarding role within a supportive teamOpportunities for training and developmentA professional and friendly working environmentThe opportunity to contribute to the smooth running of a respected educational settingIf you are practical, dependable, and enjoy working in a busy environment where your contribution truly matters, we would love to hear from you.TPBN1_UKTJ