Location
Hillside Specialist School And College, Ribchester Road, Longridge, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 3XB (117 on roll)
Tel: 01772 782205
School website: www.hillside.lancs.sch.uk
Summary
We are looking for an energetic, enthusiastic person, who has a range of practical skills to join our successful school team, working under the guidance of the present Site Supervisor 3 to help keep our site clean, healthy and safe.
We are fortunate to have a large rural site with multiple buildings, therefore the role is full of variety and you will need to be flexible in your daily routine. You will need to be pro-active and take pride in the school. Good relationships with children and adults are essential.
The successful candidate will have all the benefits of working in an educational environment for the Lancashire County Council. Presently, the position also has the benefit of membership of the School's Education Mutual health and wellbeing services.
Please see the job description and the School's website for a fuller picture. https://www.hillside.lancs.sch.uk/
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.
This position is part time, term time only, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro rata basis.
Essential Qualifications
Desirable Qualifications
- NVQ Level 2 qualification in Caretaking (or equivalent)
Essential Experience
- Ability to work as part of a team with good communication skills
- Ability to work in an organised and methodical way with attention to detail skills
- Ability to use powered tools and equipment relevant to the role and basic DIY/Repair skills
Desirable Experience
- Experience of undertaking manual tasks
- Practical experience of monitoring contract arrangements
Experience of security-related duties
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For an informal discussion please contact:
01772 782205
Proposed Interview Date:
21/07/2026
Equal Opportunities statement
An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community
Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
