Site Officer

Wiltshire College & University Centre have an exciting opportunity for a Site Officer to join our team.

Location: Cross College/Trowbridge Wiltshire

Salary: 25522 per annum (Professional Services Grade 5)

Job Type: Permanent Full Time 37 hours per week 52 weeks per year working within a shift system in a team of three (alternating weeks of early shift/day shift/late shift).

The working pattern is usually Monday Friday but may occasionally include Saturdays and Sundays to provide cover for open events.

Closing Date: Wednesday 28th May 2025

About Us:

Wiltshire College & University Centre plays a vital role in Wiltshires economy inspiring people to develop the skills they need to achieve. Our four campuses are learning hubs in their communities and we aspire to be an outstanding financially robust and commercially agile provider achieving our clear social mission on behalf of learners and employers across Wiltshire and beyond. Our turnover is around 42 million per annum we employ some 650 staff and support around 11500students.

Site Officer The Role:

Are you a reliable proactive individual who values the security safety and smooth operation of a bustling educational environment Wiltshire College & University Centre is seeking a dedicated Site Officer to join our Estates and Services team and ensure the efficient functioning of our Trowbridge campus. This role is vital to maintaining a welcoming and secure space for our students staff and visitors.

Site Officer Key Responsibilities:

• Campus Access & Security

Manage the opening and closing procedures of the college facilities across different shifts ensuring premises are accessible and secure at designated times including occasional weekends and holidays.

Act as the primary responder to onsite security issues emergencies or callouts as needed working as part of an established callout rota.

Facilities Support & General Maintenance.

Provide porterage services including the moving and arranging of furniture and equipment within or between college sites to meet operational needs.

Conduct regular checks to secure all windows doors and alarms before and after working hours ensuring the premises are ready for daily operations.

• Incident & Emergency Response

Address emergency situations such as spillages floods and drain blockagesproviding immediate solutions to maintain a safe environment.

Assist campus security guards with responding to and professionally managingsecurity or personal incidents on campus including deescalating situations asappropriate and in line with college policies.

• Waste & Cleanliness Management

Support campus cleanliness through scheduled and adhoc litter removal binemptying and cleaning of communal areas.

Assist with general cleaning tasks as necessary to keep the campus clean andpresentable for all users.

• Mail Sorting & Distribution

Sort and distribute incoming mail to appropriate college departments to facilitatesmooth communication and operations.

Site Officer You:

Qualifications & Experience Required:

• Level 2 (GCSE AC) qualification or equivalent in English and Maths or a willingness to work toward.

• 3 Day First Aid at Work qualification or a willingness to work toward.

• A full UK Driving Licence.

• A responsible team player with excellent communication skills and a keen sense of duty.

• Able to maintain calm under pressure with a proactive attitude towards problemsolving.

• Able to undertake manual tasks with a commitment to maintaining a clean and secure environment for all.

Ready to play a key role in the smooth and safe operation of Wiltshire College & University Centre Apply today and join us in fostering a welcoming and secure environment for learning and growth.

Site Officer Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• 30 days annual leave for Professional Service Staff plus bank holidays and additional closure days over the Christmas period
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Discounts with a wide variety of retailers
• Free onsite car parking

Site Officer Application Process:

Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in Keeping Children Safe in Education. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks including checks against the childrens barred list and other employment verifications including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.

We embrace diversity recognising the valuable perspectives ideas knowledge and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As a Disability Confident Employer we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.

To submit your application for this exciting Site Officer opportunity please click Apply now.

PLEASE NOTE: Your Application Form will be shortlisted against how your skills qualifications and experience match the Essential and Desirable points on the Person Specification for this role locatedat the bottom of this pageas a downloadable document.

INDAD

Wiltshire College & University Centre stands as the largest provider of further and higher education in Wiltshire significantly contributing to the local economy by equipping individuals with essential skills for success. Our diverse curriculum spans from Level 1 to Level 6 and we operate across four main campuses located in Trowbridge Chippenham Salisbury and Lackham which specialises in landbased education. We offer a wide array of apprenticeships along with fulltime parttime and universitylevel courses. Notably our Castle Combe circuit facility is the UKs first trackside motorsport engineering training centre dedicated to our Motorsport Engineering programs.