Job description
Site Officer (School Environment - Stability, Variety & Work-Life Balance)
Basingstoke, Hampshire
£25,186 - £26,244 + Pension + Training + Job Security + Holidays
Are you hands-on with strong maintenance or DIY skills and looking for a stable, long-term role?
Do you want a varied position in a structured, lower-pressure environment where you can take real pride in your work?
This is a rare opportunity to join a well-established and forward-thinking education organisation that invests heavily in its people, facilities, and working environment. Known for its supportive culture and commitment to development, they offer a role where you can build a long-term career while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
You'll be working in a modern school environment where no two days are the same-playing a key role in ensuring the site runs smoothly, safely, and efficiently. From supporting health & safety compliance to managing contractors and maintaining facilities, you'll be central to the day-to-day operation of the school.
This is an ideal role for someone from a maintenance, facilities, estates, or hands-on trade background who is looking to step into a more structured and rewarding environment-away from the pressures of reactive or site-based work.
You'll be part of a supportive team, trusted with responsibility, and given the autonomy to manage your day while contributing to a safe and positive environment for staff and students.
The Role: *37 hours a week, Monday to Friday, 7.5 hour days between 7am-8pm/
*Ensure the safety, security, and smooth operation of the school site
*Carry out regular inspections and basic maintenance across buildings and grounds
*Support health & safety compliance, including site testing and reporting
*Act as a key contact for contractors, ensuring work is completed to standard
*Manage site access, including locking/unlocking and responding to alarms
*Assist with deliveries, setting up equipment, and maintaining cleanliness
*Support site readiness for each school day
*Assist with emergency call-outs and adverse weather responses
The Person: *Experience in maintenance, facilities, estates, or a hands-on trade role
*Strong DIY skills and practical problem-solving ability
*Understanding of health & safety (IOSH/NEBOSH desirable or willingness to train)
*Good communication skills and ability to work with a range of stakeholders
*Flexible and reliable, with willingness to support occasional out-of-hours needs
*Basic IT skills (Microsoft Office)
Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.
The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.
We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
