Caretaker

Harris Church of England Academy; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Church of England Academy is seeking a dedicated Premises and Operations role to support general maintenance and IT issues within the Site Services team. You will be responsible for opening and closing the site, coordinating lettings, and assisting with events and exams.

The role involves minor repairs, grounds upkeep, and ensuring safety and security systems are maintained in line with MAT procedures. Weekend cover and flexible hours are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in site maintenance and basic repairs.
• Ability to provide IT support for hirers and staff.
• Understanding of health, safety and security procedures.
• Ability to maintain grounds and keep areas tidy.

Responsibilities

• Open and close the site and manage access.
• Coordinate with the Site Manager on lettings and bookings.
• Set up tables/chairs for events and exams as required.
• Report faults and liaise with contractors; ensure security systems are checked.
• Carry out basic repairs, painting and small installations as directed.
• Maintain grounds, clear leaves, and manage snow/ice on paths and entrances.
• Provide basic IT support and AV assistance to hirers and staff.

Skills

Maintenance

IT support

Health & Safety

Grounds keeping

Tools

PAT testing tools

Job description

KEY PURPOSE

Working with the Site Services team, supporting with general maintenance and IT issues.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

The appointee will be line managed by the Premises and Operations Manager.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Site Duties

Opening and closing of the site.

Responsible for all activities associated with the hiring of facilities and resources, including cleaning, maintenance and handyman duties under the direction of the Site Manager.

To set up tables and chairs for hirers and for set up of the school.

To assist with the setup/ takedown of exam desks, assemblies and events.

To report emergencies in the case of faults to relevant contractors and keep the Premises and Operations Manager/Business Manager informed.

To maintain the security of the premises including checks on the security lighting and fire and burglar alarm systems.

To undertake regular basic inspections of the site and buildings and report any maintenance or improvement requirements to the Premises and Operations Manager/Business Manager in line with MAT procedures.

To undertake minor improvements including painting and the erecting of shelves/notice boards, including repairs to locks hinges and sinks, or any other minor repairs within their capabilities as directed by the Premises and Operations Manager.

To undertake maintenance of the grounds of the school and ensure the tidiness and upkeep of paths, drives and other hard surfaces, for example, removing leaves and litter, emptying of field bins, keeping the orderly appearance of the grounds including during winter.

To keep paths, access points and entrances free of snow and ice to ensure safe passage as set out in school policy.

Where applicable to assist in the co-ordination of school lettings within the schools' lettings policy and in liaison with the Premises and Operations Manager including opening and securing the site for lettings- when applicable.

To undertake all H &S checks as required under the MAT policy including Fire alarm, emergency lighting and any others as asked for by the MAT/Academy.

To ensure the site is clean.

To carry out Pat testing (training will be given).

To provide basic IT support for hirers, staff and pupils with IT and audio-visual equipment.

To comply with the requirements of health and safety, other relevant legislation and school documentation.

To participate in staff training programs as required and to understand and comply with the Equal Opportunities Policy and other Academy policies especially the Safeguarding and Staff code of Conduct policies.

To undertake any other reasonable duties within the overall function, commensurate with the grading and level of responsibility of the post or as otherwise instructed by the Head Teacher or your line managers

This role requires the post holder to be flexible with their hours as annual leave cover for other roles will be required including weekends. Hours of opening are also changed during school holidays.