DBS01154/26 - Facilities Assistant - Valley Gardens Middle School
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Part time
Advert Start Date:
18/09/2026
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 28/09/2026 16:03
Salary:
£26,403 - £27,254
Job Category:
Schools - Support
Employment Location:
Valley Gardens Middle School, Valley Gardens, Whitley Bay, Tyne & Wear, NE25 9AQ
Further Information
Facilities Assistant (Weekend & Evening Cover)
Are you…
- Are you someone who enjoys an active, hands-on role in a modern educational environment?
- Are you proud to maintain a safe, welcoming and high-quality space for community use?
- Are you a confident communicator who enjoys dealing directly with the public?
- Are you self-motivated and independent, with the confidence to take ownership of site management?
- Are you looking for a regular weekend position, with the opportunity to work occasional evenings?
Valley Gardens is a vibrant, successful, and oversubscribed Middle School, judged Outstanding in our last Ofsted inspection. We are dedicated to high pupil achievement and foster a learning culture that prepares pupils for the 21st century.
About the Role
We are seeking a reliable, enthusiastic, and motivated Facilities Assistant to oversee our school site and state-of-the-art 3G facility. Key responsibilities include:
- Opening and closing the school site securely.
- Setting up equipment for school activities and external hires.
- Welcoming and liaising with community facility users.
- Carrying out general site maintenance duties and/or grounds maintenance.
Key Details
- Hours: Weekend post (Saturday and Sunday, 8:15 am – 4:15 pm) plus occasional flexible evening shifts.
- NB - we are eager to recruit the right person to join our team, so there may be some flexibility over these hours and timings.
- Requirements: Candidates must be able to meet the physical demands of the role.
Valley Gardens Middle School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and relevant background checks.
For more information or an informal chat, please contact the school business manager on 0191 917 6667 or office@vgms.uk
For an application pack please email ‘vgmsoffice@valleygardensmiddle.org’ or download an application pack from the school website.
Please note
This job is closed for applications.