What skills and experience we're looking for
• Relevant level 2 certificate in Property, Caretaking or Facilities services, Apprenticeship or other
• Evidence of further professional development
• Working in a school environment
• Cleaning and maintenance experience
• Knowledge of operational cleaning procedures
• Awareness of Health & Safety, COSHH, Fire regulations and risk assessments relating to the welfare of business users
• Competent ‘handy-person’ jobs such as painting and DIY
• Positive and flexible attitude
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative
• Seeks solutions to problems
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Evidence of an appreciation of establishing and developing positive relationships with parents and the local community
• Committed to own continuing professional development
• Demonstrates an understanding that at all times the best interests of the children must be promoted
• Commitment to upholding and promoting the school’s ethos and values
• An understanding of and proactive commitment to promoting equal opportunities for all
• Excellent attendance record
• Appreciates the significance of child protection and safeguarding for all individual children
• Can demonstrate a working knowledge of and commitment to establishing a culture of safeguarding for the whole school community
What the school offers its staff
We are looking for someone with a desire to serve a school community with a positive approach and ambition to develop an outstanding community facility. Candidates should have some experience of premises management but equally important is a desire to learn and grow into the role alongside our fantastic existing Site Manager. Candidates will have a flexible approach and attitude, and be self-motivated to manage their own workload whilst being comfortable with taking instruction. The role will include key holder responsibilities.
Commitment to safeguarding
St Gabriel’s CofE Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, two satisfactory references and a Disclosure of Criminal Record and Disqualification Declaration. The post holder will be required to take responsibility for and uphold a culture of safeguarding.