Apprentice Site Team Member

Introduction

To support the Site Team in maintaining a safe, clean, secure, and welcoming environment for students, staff, visitors, and hirers. The apprentice will receive on-the-job training and develop practical skills in site maintenance, health and safety, facilities management, and grounds maintenance.

About the Employer

At King James Academy, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to excel, and we are committed to ensuring that each student is known, valued, and supported to achieve their very best. Our all-through structure creates a seamless educational journey from Year 5 to Year 11, allowing us to build deep relationships with families and provide consistent, high-quality teaching that nurtures confidence and ambition. 

We are proud of our strong academic foundations, but equally of the vibrant enrichment programme that helps our students discover their passions and talents. From sports and performing arts to STEM, outdoor learning, and community initiatives, our pupils benefit from a wide and engaging range of experiences that extend learning far beyond the classroom. 

Our school enjoys a reputation for being welcoming, inclusive, and forward looking. We invest in excellent pastoral care, ensuring that children feel safe, supported, and ready to learn each day. Visitors often comment on the calm, purposeful atmosphere across both sites—an environment where students demonstrate pride in their learning and mutual respect for one another. 

As a central part of the Royston community, we work closely with local organisations and partners to enrich learning and broaden opportunities for our students. Families appreciate our strong values, our commitment to high standards, and our belief that education should be both joyful and challenging. 

What You'll Do

Daily Site Duties:

• Support the opening and closing of the school site
• Conduct basic site checks and report any defects or hazards
• Help maintain cleanliness and presentation of the school grounds
• Carry out litter picking across the school site, including playgrounds, pathways, car parks, and sports facilities
• Empty external waste bins as required
• Assist with setting up and putting away tables, chairs, staging, and equipment for lessons, examinations, assemblies, parents’ evenings, and school events

Maintenance and Repairs:

• Learn and assist with basic building maintenance tasks
• Support the Site Team with minor repairs such as fixing furniture, replacing light bulbs, and basic decorating
• Assist with routine inspections of school facilities and equipment
• Learn how to use a range of hand and power tools safely
• Support planned maintenance projects across the school

Grounds Maintenance:

• Assist with keeping outdoor areas tidy and safe
• Support grass cutting, hedge trimming, leaf clearance, and other seasonal grounds maintenance activities
• Help maintain sports facilities and outdoor learning areas

Health and Safety:

• Follow all school health and safety procedures
• Report hazards, accidents, or maintenance issues promptly
• Assist with fire safety checks and emergency procedures as directed
• Learn about risk assessments and safe working practices

Security:

• Support site security by reporting concerns and ensuring areas are secure when required
• Assist with unlocking and locking buildings under supervision
• Help prepare facilities for community hirers and school events

Training Outcome

• An opportunity to progress within the maintenance team for the right candidate

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Team working
• Physical fitness
• Reliable & Punctual
• Willingness to learn
• Positive Attitude

Course Information

Course: Property maintenance operative (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Construction and the built environment

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Shifts will be flexible between the hours of 7.00am - 10.00pm Monday - Friday, and 8.00am - 5.00pm on Saturday and Sunday.

Expected Duration: 2 Years

Training Provider: GLP TRAINING LTD