Senior Caretaker
27 days remaining to apply
Start date details
ASAP
Closing date
31 October 2024 at 9am
Date listed
3 October 2024
Job details
Job role
- Catering, cleaning and site management
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £26,421.00 - £28,770.00 Annually (Actual)
Senior Caretaker job summary
SENIOR CARETAKER
37 hours per week 52 weeks per year
plus 27 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
Grade E - £26,421 to £28,770 (pay increase pending)
We are seeking a Senior Caretaker to assist our Site Manager. The post is for 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. The salary is £26,421 to £28,770 per annum. This is an exciting opportunity for a flexible and reliable person with relevant practical experience and initiative to join our current site team. You will be expected to fulfil a wide range of duties to assist the Site Manager with maintenance, cleaning, repairs and ensuring day to day operations are maintained to a high standard. You must have relevant experience in these areas. Some of the varied responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Areas of Responsibility and Key Tasks:-
To undertake basic maintenance of heating, lighting, plumbing and security systems to ensure they operate safely and efficiently
To ensure that all allocated equipment, furniture and materials are stored safely and securely in order to prevent unauthorised access and potential accidents/misuse
Undertake regular Health and Safety checks of the buildings, plant, systems, equipment, mechanisms, grounds, fixtures and fittings (including compliance with fire safety regulations) and equipment, in line with other schedules, across all sites
To perform duties in line with Health and Safety requirements and take remedial action where hazards are identified
To report serious hazards to the Site manager and Headteacher immediately
To help to maintain the school grounds to ensure they are fit for purpose
Ensure that caretaking (and where applicable, cleaning) equipment is in safe and in proper working condition
Carry out first line repairs which are not beyond the scope of an unskilled handyperson
Ensuring that all drains and gullies are free-flowing and clean. Cleaning blockages should these occur
Directing workmen and contractors to the sites of repair and maintenance work and inspecting the work of contractors where there is a requirement to sign a satisfaction note
Act as a designated keyholder and be responsible for the opening and closing any (of all sites) as needed
To undertake project as requested by the Site Manager, beyond those of maintenance, e.g. plumbing, carpentry; painting and decorating, electrical works
Upkeep and general care of the school
General maintenance and minor repair work including: doors, windows, toilet seats and flushes, furniture, tap washers and some painting of doors and walls, appropriate painting and decorating
General porterage duties and moving of furniture for example laying out and stacking of chairs, desks, tables etc
Checking damage/security every morning on arrival at the premises
Preparation of Hall for functions as required
Ensure that all refuse is disposed of promptly and stored away from the main building
Test fire alarms weekly. Maintain test register with Site Manager
Report any defects of building, furniture, fittings and equipment to the Site Manager and Head teacher
Carrying out procedures in the event of fire, flood, breaking and entering, accident or major damage
This position requires a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle due to being based across multiple sites.
The Woodlands School is an all age (Reception to Year 14) specialist provision for children and young people with Autism and/or Social Communication Difficulties, , operating across 2 sites in Milton Keynes.
School visits are encouraged.
Closing date: Ongoing until position is filled
Interviews: tbc
Start date: ASAP
These posts require an enhanced DBS check. The Woodlands School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Walnuts School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The school follows safer recruitment procedures and all staff are subject to enhanced Criminal Records Bureau checks.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs are not accepted.
About The Woodlands School
- School type
- Special school, ages 4 to 19
- School size
- 211 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 19
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- The Woodlands School website (opens in new tab)
An all age special school for children and young people with Autism or Social Communication Difficulties
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