Premises Assistant - Level 3

The Methodist Church in Britain; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health resources and wellbeing

Staff discounts via Kaarp Benefits

Training, leadership pathways and Ment

Pension through LGPS or Teachers' Pens

Travel benefits

Staff awards and everyday recognition

Job summary

Abbey Hill Academy & College in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a part-time Premises Assistant to support the upkeep, security and daily running of the school site. The role focuses on security checks, locking and unlocking buildings, and keeping records of maintenance.

You will operate heating, cooling, lighting, CCTV and alarm systems, carry out minor repairs, act as a designated key holder for emergency access and support contractors on site.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS check required.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily security checks and lock and unlock buildings at set times.
• Keep records of maintenance and security.
• Follow health and safety rules including COSHH and report hazards.
• Carry out minor repairs and maintenance of buildings and site.
• Operate heating, cooling, lighting, CCTV and alarm systems.
• Carry out minor plant maintenance such as lubricating heating pumps.
• Act as designated key holder providing emergency access.
• Act as school contact for premises contractors.
• Organise asbestos testing and other health and safety procedures.
• Move furniture and equipment, receive deliveries, collect waste, restock consumables and carry out periodic cleaning.

Job description

The Premises Assistant post at Abbey Hill Academy & College, part of St Bart's Multi Academy Trust, supports the upkeep and security of the school site. The work centres on daily security checks, locking and unlocking buildings, minor repairs and maintenance, and keeping records. Hours are short weekday afternoon shifts, with holiday work spread across all Abbey Hill sites. An enhanced DBS check is required and visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Carry out daily security checks and lock and unlock buildings at set times
• Keep records of maintenance and security
• Follow health and safety rules including COSHH, act on hazards and report serious ones to the line manager immediately
• Carry out minor repairs and maintenance of buildings and site that do not need a qualified craftsperson
• Operate heating, cooling, lighting, security, CCTV and alarm systems
• Carry out minor plant maintenance such as lubricating heating pumps
• Act as designated key holder providing emergency access
• Act as school contact for premises contractors
• Organise asbestos testing and other health and safety procedures
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people, raising concerns under academy procedures
• Undertake lettings and associated tasks under local agreements
• Move furniture and equipment, receive deliveries, collect waste, restock consumables and carry out periodic cleaning

What’s required

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check

Other

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

What’s offered

• Mental health resources and wellbeing days
• Discounted fitness memberships and staff discounts via Kaarp Benefits
• Training, leadership pathways and mentoring
• Staff awards and everyday recognition
• Pension through LGPS or Teachers' Pensions
• Travel benefits
• Regular feedback opportunities and engagement surveys