Caretaker

Blackwood School; Hardwick; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Blackwood School is seeking a highly organised Caretaker to look after the school premises. You will work closely with the Head Teacher to manage maintenance, safety, security and cleanliness of the site, and represent the school with contractors and suppliers to ensure a safe environment for pupils and staff.

A working knowledge of COSHH and health and safety regulations is an advantage. The role supports a busy facility team within the Central Co-operative Learning Trust.

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational and time-management abilities.
• DIY skills for maintenance and minor repairs.
• Working knowledge of COSHH and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and secure the school premises, ensuring safety, cleanliness and functionality.
• Represent the school when dealing with contractors and suppliers to keep the site in good order.
• Manage maintenance tasks, safety protocols and security to provide a safe environment for pupils and staff.
• Support the facilities team with general site duties as required.

Skills

Organisational skills

DIY skills

COSHH knowledge

Job description

Commencing A.S.A.P (pending clearances)

We are looking to appoint a highly organised, motivated and flexible Caretaker to look after our school and everyone in it. Working closely with the Head Teacher, you would help to manage and be responsible for the maintenance, safety, security and cleanliness of the school premises. You will represent Blackwood when dealing with contractors and suppliers, ensuring that our site remains safe for all.

Grade 5 SCP 7-9

Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work on your own initiative are essential - as is a sense of pride in the work environment. A keen eye for detail and a good range of DIY skills is essential for this role. A working knowledge of COSHH and other statutory Health and Safety Regulations is a distinct advantage.

7.5 hours per week

Hours of work would be 2:45pm - 6:30pm Tuesday and Thursday. 7.5 hours per week full year. School events during the school week will require later working for which additional hours are paid.

This is a rewarding and varied role that is an essential part of the support services provided to the school. The post-holder must provide an efficient and high quality service in all matters to ensure the school can provide the best quality teaching and learning to all pupils. We are part of the Central Co-operative Learning Trust and the central facilities team will be on hand to support your professional development as you get to know our school. If you have handy DIY skills and want to make our school a safe and vibrant environment for our children, we also encourage you to visit our school to see everything it has to offer.

Blackwood School is an amazing place to work. We are committed to understanding every child as an individual and meeting their needs effectively so that they can realise their limitless possibilities. We can offer an incredible team, a warm and nurturing work environment and development opportunities to support your own professional growth.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Blackwood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people / vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This position is subject to a criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions as part of the recruitment process. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record and other relevant safeguarding information that may make them unsuitable to work with children. Please note if you are shortlisted for the role, we may conduct an online search as part of our due diligence.

It is an offence to apply for this position if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity.

A copy of the school’s Safeguarding Policy can be viewed here Policies | Blackwood School (blackwood-school.co.uk)