Caretaker

Together Trust Centre; Cheadle; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading organization in Cheadle is seeking a dedicated individual for the role of Maintenance Operative. This position involves ensuring the safety and maintenance of buildings and surrounding areas, assisting with security and health procedures. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in practical maintenance tasks, good communication skills, and a commitment to providing a safe environment for all. Additional benefits include a generous pension scheme and opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

Generous Pension Scheme

Occupational Sick Pay

Family-Friendly Policies

Discounts

Training Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience of practical tasks including repairs, joinery, painting, and decorating.
• Experience securing premises and operating security systems.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for day-to-day care and maintenance of buildings.
• Ensure safety and security of premises and perform routine checks.

Skills

Communication

Reliability

Time Management

DIY Skills

Education

Secondary School Level

Tools

COSHH Training

Manual Handling Training

Job description

Together we make a difference, develop and learn, and support each other. Every day with us is different, but our mission remains the same: To champion the rights, needs and ambitions of the people we support - they are at the heart of everything we do. We stand by them and we work together for change.

We believe that everyone deserves a chance to learn and space to thrive and that the right education can change lives. You’ll help break down barriers to education for young people, helping them learn and grow at their own pace.

The Role;

To be responsible for the day-to-day care and maintenance of the central buildings and the surrounding areas and to assist in the implementation of security and health and safety procedures within these establishments.

The post-holder will, when required, be expected to attend staff meetings, supervision, training and termly performance development reviews.

Hours: 37.5 hours over 5 days / Part-time hours will be considered for this role

Location: Cheadle, Stockport

Key Responsibilities include but not exhaustive:

1. To report to the head of service of the Trust on an agreed weekly basis to discuss issues and to review recent work and plan work programme for the week.
2. To ensure that the site is opened and closed as required, including:
   • Opening of all buildings before the beginning of the day and checking that lighting, heating and water supplies are satisfactory.
   • Checking and securing all buildings at the end of the day including windows and liaising with contract cleaners where appropriate.
3. To move and arrange furniture and fittings as required.
4. To undertake routine maintenance, repairs and decorative work.
5. To complete daily checks to ensure cleanliness, safety and security of the premises. Taking appropriate action to deal with any issues, including liaising with key staff and the contract cleaning supervisor.
6. To receive deliveries as required and distribute them to their proper locations.
7. To support the Head of service in securing a safe environment for staff and visitors by following the Trust’s Health and Safety procedure including the assisting in H&S checks such as:
   • to assist in monitoring the environment for potential hazards
   • to regularly check fire bells/alarms
   • to participate in the running of regular fire drills
   • to report faults in equipment and/or problems with procedures
   • to regularly check locks and security alarms
   • to ensure PAT testing and other electrical checks are undertaken.
8. To check and perform minor routine maintenance on the establishments’ vehicles in partnership with the Trust’s fleet administrator and to perform driving duties as requested, e.g.:
   • visual external and internal checks for roadworthiness and cleanliness (internal)
   • checks on fuel/oil/tyres/lights/wipers.
9. To ensure that the buildings, playgrounds and external environment are maintained to a high standard and are safe.
10. To undertake general maintenance work, examples include but not limited to windows, window frames, doors, casing, skirting, locks, door closures, general joinery, plumbing, tiling, decorating etc.
11. To deal with minor incidents/breakages and repair accordingly, including securing of broken windows and arranging for replacements.
12. To change locks/have keys cut as required.

About You;

• Educated to secondary school level
• Certified training on H&S legislation eg COSHH, Manual Handling
• Experience of undertaking a range of practical tasks within a building including minor repairs, joinery, painting and decorating
• Experience of securing premises including the operating of security systems
• Experience working knowledge of building regulation and facilities management
• Extensive knowledge of plumbing, electrical work, joinery & decorating – good DIY skills
• Knowledge of COSHH regulations
• Full clean driving licence
• Reliable and good timekeeper
• Good communication skills with adults & young people

Additional benefits include a generous pension scheme, occupational sick pay, family-friendly policies, discounts, and opportunities for training and development. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all backgrounds.