Fully Funded Apprenticeship! Fixed-term contract linked to the term of the apprenticeship – initially 12 months. Full Time, 7am to 3pm.

Like the sound of a paid, practical based training course with an opportunity to learn from our experts? This is a unique opportunity to develop your skills whilst building the foundation required to launch your career as a Site Operative! If this appeals to you…AND…you are a self-motivated learner with excellent interpersonal skills then we would love to hear from you. 

We are looking for an Apprentice Site Operative to join our amazing school community. You will learn through a structured apprenticeship programme with on-the-job training and mentorship from skilled site colleagues across our Trust. This is a great opportunity to gain a recognised qualifications in facilities and maintenance and to kick start your career!

About our School

Here at Colton Primary School, we pride ourselves on fostering a warm, welcoming environment built on strong, supportive relationships among staff, pupils, families, and the wider community. Our dedicated and collaborative team works together with determination to achieve excellence, ensuring every child is happy, respectful, and ready to learn.  

As proud members of the Red Kite Learning Trust, we benefit from collaborative working practices, professional development opportunities, and a strong network of support that helps our school and every individual within it to thrive with resilience and determination. 

Here’s what you can expect when you join us:

• Generous pension scheme: Employer contribution rate of 19%, plus a wide range of benefits and discounts. Full details HERE
• Flexible working options: We support work-life balance and are open to exploring suitable arrangements
• Supportive environment: We prioritise respect, equality, diversity, and well-being
• Community culture: Collaboration and generosity are at the heart of our team
• Professional development: We invest in your growth at every stage of your career

For more about Colton Primary School, click the ‘view our careers page’ button.

About You

To be a good fit for this role, you will be:

• A good communicator with excellent teamwork skills
• A practical problem-solver with a positive attitude
• Be reliable and committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for everyone

Next Steps

Ready to Apply: If you have all the info you need, click APPLY NOW 

Adjustments: Should you require any adjustments to our recruitment process, please include these within Part Two of our application form under the section ‘Disability and Accessibility’.

Applicant Guidance: Red Kite Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. We are an equal opportunities employer which welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We are committed to promoting diversity and want a workforce which reflects the local population of each of our schools. Our recruitment guidelines and privacy notice for applicants can be found HERE.