Are you a hard-working, enthusiastic Site Officer or an aspiring Site Officer who is confident in maintaining a safe working environment for both students and staff? Do you want to be supported in your career development? Then come and join us at Elmlea Schools.

Elmlea Schools, part of the Russell Education Trust, is seeking to appoint a dedicated Site Officer or an aspiring Site Officer to join our team as soon as possible. This is a crucial role in supporting the Property Team to ensure the smooth running of the school site, including: maintaining the security of the school; carrying out maintenance tasks to a high standard to ensure a safe working environment for students and staff (please see job description for further details). The position would suit a highly organised candidate with practical DIY skills and is an excellent opportunity for those seeking to develop their career or seeking a career change. Training will be provided.

The successful candidate will:

• Be flexible, dedicated and passionate about maintaining a safe working environment for students and staff.
• Have strong D.I.Y skills and be able to carry out physical tasks such as lifting, carrying and pushing equipment.
• Be organised, able to multi-task and work closely with the Property Team as well as on their own initiative.
• Have a good understanding of Health & Safety in a school environment.
• Have good IT and administrative skills.

• Have excellent interpersonal skills and share the school’s core values

Elmlea Schools can offer:

• A very happy, vibrant school community with an enthusiastic, caring staff team who are totally committed to ensure our children achieve their very best.
• The opportunity to join a friendly, dedicated, highly skilled and supportive staff team who are committed to maintaining an outstanding provision for all children.
• The opportunity to be part of Russell Education Trust and to work with Bristol Free School.
• An excellent opportunity for professional development and learning.
• SAS employee assistance scheme which includes access to health services such as GPs, counselling and physiotherapy.

• Pension Scheme.

This position is permanent, full-time, all year-round. The hours are from 10 or 10.30am daily until 6pm. We are also willing to discuss part-time, if you would like part-time, please specify on your application. This is an all-year-round role with five weeks annual leave (plus public holidays). Two weeks of this leave can be taken as single one weeks in term time. 

Choosing the right new school to work in is as important to you as choosing the right new staff is for us. Please visit our website to find out more about us and if you would like to visit the school or would like to discuss the post with a member of staff, please do email the school. A look around the school prior to the interview is encouraged.

Closing date for applications: 9am on 1^st June 2026

Interview Date: w/c 8^th June

We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date, so we would encourage you to submit your application early. We can only accept applications made using the application form. 

Elmlea Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.