School Caretaker Grade 2 £24,027 - £24,404 pro rata Temporary – required as soon as possible on a 1-year contract. 20 hours per week, Mon – Fri split shifts Working pattern of daily hours will be negotiated between the Head Teacher and the successful candidate We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic caretaker who is able to support our school in providing an excellent education for our children, within a nurturing and welcoming environment. The successful candidate will be a friendly, caring and motivated person who can join our hardworking team to ensure the maintenance, safety and security of our school building for our pupils, staff and visitors. Responsibilities will include: Premises Management: Oversee the day-to-day running of the school premises, ensuring cleanliness, safety and functionality. Security: Open and close the school site, conduct regular site checks and maintain building security. Responsibility of being a designated key holder for the site. Maintenance: Performing general maintenance tasks including repairs, upkeep of the main building and site and undertake regular fire and safety checks. Health and Safety: Proactively assess maintenance issues, report building defects and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Team Leadership: Lead a small team of cleaning staff, fostering a positive and efficient work environment. Visits to the school are encouraged but not essential. Please contact the school office to arrange a visit. The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post. Standard term time only pay is calculated on the basis of the following: • Number of ‘teaching’ weeks – 38 weeks; plus • Public (bank) holidays – 1.6 weeks (8 days); plus • Individual leave entitlement - 5.4 weeks (27 days) or 6.4 weeks (32 days) Individual leave entitlement is calculated on the length of continuous service. Employees with less than 5 years’ service will receive 27 days annual leave. Employees with more than 5 years’ service will receive 32 days annual leave. For example: Calculation for employees with less than 5 years’ service: 38 weeks (term time) 27 days (annual leave) 8 days (public holidays) 45 weeks’ pay, to be paid in 12 equal monthly instalments Calculation for employees with more than 5 years’ service: 38 weeks (term time) 32 days (annual leave) 8 days (public holidays) 46 weeks’ pay, to be paid in 12 equal monthly instalments Please download the application pack and application form from the online advert. Applications to be submitted via email or can be submitted in person at the school. Closing date: Monday 17th February 2025 Interview date: Week commencing 17th February 2025 Only applicants who are successful at shortlisting will be contacted. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, if successful, you will need to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure. As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required. Cockton Hill Inafnts’ School McIntrye Terrace, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14 6HW Tel: 01388 604627 Email: cocktonhillinfantdurhamlearning.net Website: https://cocktonhill-inf.durham.sch.uk/ VPRS/161