Janitor - Bell's Brae Primary School - SIC08322

SHETLAND ISLANDS COUNCIL; Scotland; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority in Shetland is seeking a part-time Janitor to ensure the security and proper maintenance of premises at Bell's Brae Primary School. The ideal candidate will oversee lighting and heating, patrol the premises, and maintain safety systems. This role offers flexible working hours and requires the ability to travel across Shetland. Join a vibrant community while enjoying a unique work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Interview expenses covered within Shetland

Qualifications

• Ability to operate fire and security systems.
• Experience in maintenance and operation of heating plant.
• Keyholding responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure security of premises and contents.
• Maintain lighting and heating systems.
• Patrol all areas of the premises.

Job description

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Under the direction of the Head Janitor, the Janitor will be responsible for:

• The security of the premises and its contents, including the operation of fire and security systems and keyholding responsibilities. This will involve patrolling all areas of the premises and playgrounds.
• The lighting and heating within the premises, including maintenance and operation of heating plant where required, replacing light bulbs and tubes, etc.

More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this advert.

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Bell's Brae Primary School is a non-denominational school located in central Lerwick. It consists of a Primary, an Early Learning and Childcare Setting and an ASN department. The school catchment area is from Frakkafield encompassing the majority of Lerwick, excluding Sound. There is currently a total of 300 pupils on the roll. The school is managed by Mrs Julia McGinlay, Head Teacher and 3 Depute Head Teachers. The current staffing complement is 21 teachers assisted by support staff, as required, to meet school demands. Further information can be found on the schools website at

Additional Information

• The grade of this post is F
• Rate of pay shown in the advert is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance £1.4808 per hour
• Permanent Part Time post for 22.2 Hours per Week , 52.18 weeks per year
• Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update
• A relocation package does not apply to this post
• We will pay interview expenses from within Shetland
• You must have the ability to travel throughout Shetland at short notice and where public transport is limited
• We are happy to talk flexible working

During the application process you are required to give the names of two persons not related to you, who we can contact to provide a reference to support your application.

This post is based at Bell's Brae Primary School, Lerwick, Shetland.

For further details relating to this post, please contact: Cheryl Simpson - Depute Head Teacher - Contact on: 01595 743720 or email: Cheryl.Simpson@

If you have a disability which prevents you from applying online, please call 01595 744032.

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