Caretaker / Maintenance Assistant

Shorefields; Loughton; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Shorefields is seeking a Caretaker/Maintenance Assistant for a full-time permanent position. The role involves supervising site security, maintaining the academy's facilities, and requires prior experience in building maintenance or security. Join a supportive team focused on providing an inclusive environment, offering a range of benefits including training opportunities and well-being services.

Benefits

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

CPD Opportunities

Up to 25% Gym Membership

Free Staff Car Park

Health and Wellbeing Support

Qualifications

• Previous experience in building maintenance or security is essential.
• Efficient, flexible, and well-organized person required.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out maintenance duties including security and supervision of the site.
• Performing other caretaking duties including porterage, cleaning, and maintenance.

Skills

Building Maintenance

Security

Flexibility

Organizational Skills

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC5402-628 Position Type: Caretaker/Site Managers Pay Range: 23,556

Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 23/06/2025 Midday Date of Interviews: Week Commencing 23/06/2025

We are seeking to appoint a Caretaker / Maintenance Assistant on a permanent basis to join our busy Site Team.

The successful candidate will contribute to the smooth running of the academy by carrying out a range of maintenance duties including security and supervision of the site and related equipment and other caretaking duties including porterage, cleaning and maintenance. We are seeking an efficient, flexible and well organised person to add to our existing team. Previous experience within building maintenance or security is essential and full training will be given.

Responsibilities of the Post Holder

The main responsibilities are in accordance with the job description for Caretaker / Maintenance Assistant.

Remuneration and Working Time

The hours of work required for the role are 37 hours, 5 days per week, 52.14 weeks per annum on a shift pattern between 6am and 10pm, Monday to Friday. Flexibility is also necessary for evening and weekend work to be advised in advance. Annual salary for a Caretaker / Maintenance Assistant will be in accordance with the Academy's Support Staff Pay Scale, which for appointment for a full-time post currently involves a salary of Band 2 Point 11 in the range of point 11-16 with an actual starting salary of £23,556 per annum.

Salaries are reviewed by national negotiation with effect from 1st April each year. Progression through the pay scale is subject to an acceptable annual performance development review process.

We can offer you:

· A highly supportive and friendly working environment

· 24/7 Free Employee Assistance Programme (offering individual support, information and advice including financial, legal and home-life and work-related issues)

· CPD opportunities and Internal Promotion

· Up to 25% Gym Membership

· Free staff car park

· Essex Working Well Wellbeing Service (health and wellbeing support and guidance)

· Access to Workplace Health Champions

· Access to Mental Health First Aiders

Application Process

If you are interested in the position and wish to discuss the post prior to application, please email Mrs D. Ologunde, Director of HR at [e-mail], to arrange a telephone conversation. We are very proud of our academy and what we can offer new members of our collaborative team. The Director of HR will be pleased to discuss the post and provide more information about the post and the academy in general.

To apply please complete the Online Plume Academy application form (https://plumetrust.face-ed.co.uk/Vacancies/Detail?campaignRef=SCH-PT-0081). This must be completed and submitted by the closing date and time stated (unaccompanied CV's or third-party application forms will not be accepted).

Closing Date: noon Monday, 23 June 2025

Interviews will take place as soon as possible following the closing date

Plume Academy remains fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Information about the School

Work at a place where you feel valued and recognised. An environment where imagination and creativity counts. Work with us.

Currently the third largest secondary school in Essex as a single academy trust and growing, we are focused on enhancing our future structure and have roles where we are seeking people who can bring fresh perspectives and new variety for the benefits of our students. At Plume Academy you will find the space to develop your talents, the freedom to contribute and the opportunity to grow as part of our welcoming and inclusive family. Employing over 250 staff, from teaching and learning to management and administration, you will find opportunities at every level, across both of our campuses.

Our people share a determination to push boundaries, think differently and achieve more. As an employee, you’ll play a crucial part in assisting with our continual development. In return, we will support, nurture and reward you with benefits from training and development to responsibility recognition.

Plume had a successful Ofsted inspection in November 2023 and was judged a ‘good’ Academy. Ofsted acknowledged the high quality of teaching and excellent relationships in the Academy.

Plume Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are therefore subject to satisfactory DBS and Immigration Checks, demonstration of ability, together with the receipt of references.

If you would like to telephone the HR Department prior to completing the application form, they would be pleased to discuss the role in further detail and arrange a visit to the academy.

We look forward to hearing from you!

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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