School Caretaker

Description:

School Caretaker
Basic Salary: £26,402 per annum
Contract: Full Time, Permanent - 37.5 hours per week
Location: Kinver, Stourbridge

Benefits

30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service, plus bank holidays

Company pension

Life Assurance

Employee Discount Scheme

Medical Cash Plan

Are you ready to join a supportive and nurturing community that works together to achieve the very best outcomes for its pupils? If so, our new school in Kinver could be the perfect place for you to develop your career and make a real difference to the lives of children and young people.

About the School

Located in Kinver, Stourbridge, our school has capacity for up to 100 pupils and provides a safe and supportive environment for pupils aged 5-16 with a range of complex needs. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive environment where every child feels valued, respected and empowered. Our commitment to a holistic approach ensures that academic progress is complemented by emotional wellbeing and personal growth.

Our school will form part of the Polaris Community, which has been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, alongside our growing portfolio of schools across the UK.

Role Responsibilities

Maintain clean, safe and secure school premises, including the building and grounds

Carry out cleaning, general maintenance duties, routine maintenance and refurbishment, and minor repairs

Provide some supervision of school cleaning staff

Promote health and safety around the school

Carry out porterage duties, such as moving furniture and equipment around the school

Maintain the general school premises, furniture and fittings, reporting any issues to the Headteacher

Carry out small repairs and DIY projects

Arrange larger repairs and obtain quotes from contractors

Carry out daily cleaning and ad hoc duties, such as litter picking and arranging the disposal of waste

Carry out emergency cleaning duties, such as gritting and cleaning up spillages

Arrange an annual deep clean of classrooms, staffrooms, kitchens, dining areas, food technology areas and other frequently used spaces on the school premises

Take responsibility for the maintenance of cleaning tools and products, including arranging replacements and ensuring good stock levels

Maintain the security of the school premises as the main key holder

Lock and unlock the premises as required, including outside school hours when necessary

Check at the end of the school day that windows, doors and gates are locked, lights are switched off and gas and electrical appliances are turned off

Set security alarm systems, report potential security breaches and respond to alarms or other call-outs in line with agreed procedures

Carry out regular checks of CCTV and alarm systems, locks, fire safety equipment, security gates and perimeter fencing, ensuring any necessary repairs are actioned

Advise the Headteacher on all matters relating to school security and safety

Ensure a safe working and learning environment in accordance with relevant legislation

Carry out and record regular health and safety checks, including Legionella risk, play equipment, safety equipment and hazards on school premises, reporting any problems to the Headteacher

Provide safe access to the school in cold weather conditions

Requirements

Previous property maintenance or caretaking experience within a school environment is preferred

Previous experience of building maintenance

Previous experience of security, including alarm systems

Good knowledge and understanding of health and safety regulations

Basic DIY skills

Good interpersonal skills when dealing with contractors and other visitors to the site

Good literacy and numeracy skills

Ability to work effectively with children and young people with SEMH needs

A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Polaris.

Polaris Education is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Polaris Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

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