Caretaker (EOTAS) Ty Gwyn Education Centre based at Ty Castan

Educators Wales; Aberdare; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking educational institution as a part-time Caretaker, where your role is vital in ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for students and staff. This exciting position involves conducting essential safety checks, managing waste, and maintaining the premises to the highest standards. You'll play a key role in the daily operations of a recently refurbished site, contributing to the overall well-being of the community. If you are proactive, reliable, and passionate about creating a safe learning environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to make a difference in the lives of students and staff alike in a supportive and diverse workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience in safety checks and general maintenance is essential.
• Ability to manage waste and perform minor repairs required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct electrical, fire, and safety checks regularly.
• Secure premises and respond to alarm incidents promptly.
• Perform minor maintenance and general housekeeping tasks.

Skills

Electrical Safety Checks

General Housekeeping

Minor Maintenance and Repairs

Waste Management

Emergency Response

Education

Basic Education

Tools

Cleaning Equipment

Safety Equipment

Job description

Caretaker (EOTAS) Ty Gwyn Education Centre based at Ty Castan

Salary: Grade 3 (£23,114 x 23.74%)

Location: Ty Gwyn Education Centre, Rhondda Cynon Taf Council, Y Dolydd, Aberdare, RCT, CF44 8EX

Telephone: [phone]

Hours: 10 hours per week (term time only)

Start Date: As soon as possible

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part-time Caretaker at Ty Castan, Library Road, Pontypridd, CF32 2DY. Pupils who attend the site are placed at the Tuition Service overseen by Ty Gwyn Education Centre in Aberdare. The site has recently been refurbished (having been the former Pontypridd Library) to include a range of open spaces, classrooms and communal areas, as well as kitchen and toilet facilities. Teaching staff and pupils access the site during school hours, and there is a requirement for opening and closing of the site, maintaining access and egress points, and daily checking of the site prior to usage.

The following responsibilities are included, but flexibility is essential:

1. Electrical, fire and safety checks completion and recording
2. Securing doors and windows, setting and responding to any alarm incidents
3. Minor maintenance and repairs, general housekeeping
4. Disposing of rubbish, recycling and meeting waste requirements
5. Cleaning gullies and maintaining guttering and pavements in winter conditions
6. Checking temperatures of fridges and ovens as required, checking fire-fighting equipment is maintained and up to date

The post reports to the Head of Alternative Learning who is based at Ty Castan.

Application Process: Application forms and further details, including a person specification for the role may be obtained via the Schools Recruitment website using the link: Application Link. Please note to apply for this position, you are required to complete the online application form on the Schools Recruitment Website. If you do not complete the online application, you will not be considered as having applied for the post.

Contact Information: Should you require further information about the post, please contact Victoria Cox-Wall – Head of Centre on 01685 652525.

Closing Date: The closing date for applications is Thursday 28th November 2024 at Midnight.

Safeguarding Notice: Protecting children and adults at risk is a core responsibility for the school and council. In addition to this safeguarding responsibility, the successful applicant for the role will also be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Diversity Commitment: The Council and School value diversity in their workforce. They are committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in the recruitment and selection process on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender, including those with non-binary identities, religion or belief, or pregnancy and maternity. They offer a number of staff networks for employees including the Allies Network, a Disability and Carers Network, and Perthyn our LGBTQ+ Network.

Welsh Applications: An application submitted for this post in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

Application Acknowledgment: In view of the large number of Application Forms currently being submitted, individual applications are not acknowledged. Consequently, if you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application is unsuccessful on this occasion. In which case, you are thanked for the interest you have shown in applying for a position within the Council.