Site Officer
Role
SUPPORT STAFF
School
Queen Emma Primary School
Gunhild Way
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Headteacher
Mrs Sarah Jarman
No. On Roll
380
Job Number
37125192
Email: recruitment@queensfederation.cambs.sch.uk
Closing Date
01 Jul 2026
Advert
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed individual to support the upkeep of our school site. The successful candidate will help ensure that the school premises and facilities are maintained and presented to a high standard, working collaboratively with the cleaning staff and the wider team.
Previous experience in a school environment would be desirable, although this is not essential. There may also be opportunities for overtime from time to time, depending on the needs of the school, planned events, and the time of year.
We are looking for a School Site Officer who is:
Committed to keeping our school safe, clean and welcoming for children, staff and visitors
Reliable, trustworthy and able to work independently using their own initiative
Good at proactive practical maintenance and DIY skills
Able to carry out basic repairs, decorating and general site maintenance
Understanding of the importance of health and safety within a school environment
Organised and able to manage a varied workload effectively
A good communicator with effective interpersonal skills
Able to work well leading a small cleaning team
Ability to build positive relationships with staff, pupils and parents
Flexible and willing to respond to the day-to-day needs of the school
Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Able to undertake relevant training and development opportunities
The Queen Emma School is part of the Queen’s Federation.
Hours: 35 Hours per week. Monday to Friday 07.00 – 10.00 and 14.00 – 18.00
Weeks: 52 weeks a year with paid annual leave
Required to start in September 2026
Closing Date for applications: 12 noon, 1st July 2026
For further information, please contact the School Business Manager. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and positively encouraged giving you the opportunity to meet our children and staff to see for yourself the positive and happy environment you will be working in.
Please contact the School Business Manger on 01223 714300 or by email on finance@queensfederation.cambs.sch.uk to arrange this.
The Queen Emma School will be advertising a position for a School Lettings Officer. The school will consider suitable candidates for a job share arrangement across both roles.
Salary Range:
£25,583 - £25,898
Salary is dependent upon qualifications, skills and experience.
recruitment@queensfederation.cambs.sch.uk
