Caretaker
- Employer
- Oakfield Primary Academy, Rugby
- Location
- Oakfield Primary Academy, Oakfield Road, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV22 6AU
- Salary
- £13,695 - £13,969 per annum
- Closing date
- 26 May 2019
- Reference
- WARWED000007475
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- Sector
- Education
- Job Type
- Caretaking / Cleaning, Schools / Academies - Support staff roles, Caretakers / Site operatives
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Working Pattern
- Standard
- Hours
- Part-Time
The Role
27.5 Hours per Week
We wish to appoint a hardworking and reliable caretaker to join our team. The role will involve:
• Responsibility for managing caretaking services to all buildings forming the school site, ensuring a safe and secure environment.
• Undertaking weekly, monthly and termly statutory checks in accordance with the school’s Health and Safety Policy i.e. fire alarm checks, water testing.
• Have responsibility for undertaking minor or temporary maintenance and repairs.
• Maintaining the swimming pool, undertaking checks and maintenance in line with the Swimming Pool Policy
• Act as a point of contact for the contract cleaning staff.
• Grounds Maintenance.
• Responsibility to the Head teacher or nominated representative for the effective provision of caretaking, cleaning and site maintenance routines and
responding to emergencies relating to the site as necessary.
Key Requirements
The ideal Candidate will:
• Knowledge and understanding of building and facilities management
• Understanding the importance of security for child protection
• Knowledge and understanding of health and safety
• Good oral communication skills
• Time management and the ability to prioritise and manage workload effectively in a fast paced environment
• Ability to understand and follow policies and procedures
• Ability to use initiative and be proactive
• Flexible approach to duties
Reliability and punctuality
• Be able to operate cleaning equipment, machinery and tools and undertake basic maintenance
• Have minor maintenance skills (e.g. plumbing, electrical, glazing, woodwork).
• Understand basic administrative systems (lettings, extra hours, maintenance hotline, ordering)
• Can solve straightforward problems and respond to unforeseen circumstances (e.g. hazards, accidents etc.)
Hours of work will be up to 27.5 hours per week. Actual hours to be discussed at interview to suit the needs of the school and the candidate, however the
hours will include unlocking at 6.30am and locking at 6pm, Monday to Friday during term time. Holidays to be taken during school holiday dates. FTE salary is
£18426 to £18795
Additional Information & How to Apply
Oakfield Park Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.
To apply: Please request an application form by emailing admin2419@welearn365.com
The closing date for applications is Friday 24th May 2019.
To discuss the role or to arrange a visit to the school please contact: Jo Fricker, School Business Manager 01788 565021
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