REQUIRED: Caretaker (Health & Safety) POST STATUS: Permanent WEEKLY HOURS: 20 hours a week- hours to be discussed at interview but typically 7:00am-11:00am SALARY: £13,572(pro rata) PAY WEEKs: Full year START DATE: 31st March 2025 Duties will include: Maintaining the security and safety of the premises (buildings and grounds) and its contents. Undertaking daily security checks including locking and unlocking of buildings at pre-determined times Undertake general porterage duties including moving furniture and equipment within school Undertake minor repairs and maintenance of the buildings and site, including: painting and decorating, plumbing, joinery and construction Operate systems such as heating and lighting Managing the control of contractors, undertaking hazard exchange and monitoring work in progress Undertake risk assessments and COSHH procedures Act as a designated key holder, providing emergency access to the school site Act as school contact in relation to premises related contractors Organise testing for asbestos and other health and safety procedures Monitoring and ordering cleaning and maintenance supplies Supporting the Office Manager in supervising the school cleaning team Any other duties appropriate to the post as directed by the Headteacher The post holder will be required to provide out of hours cover as necessary (evening / weekends) Person Specification: Previous experience in caretaking, facilities or site management role (preferred) Ability to carry out minor repairs and general maintenance tasks Understanding of health and safety regulations / willingness to undertake relevant training Willingness to undertake minibus driver training Reliable, self-motivated and able to work independently Good communication and organisational skills The successful candidate will have: - ·Excellent practical DIY skills ·Experience in working in a maintenance role ·Good interpersonal skills ·The ability to use their initiative and prioritise their work ·Full working knowledge of relevant policies / codes of practice / legislation, particularly with regards to health and safety What we offer: We are offering the opportunity to work in a welcoming school with a committed, enthusiastic and highly dedicated staff team and a very supportive Governing Body Training and support will be offered to the successful candidate to ensure they are successful in their duties A supportive and friendly environment Access to confidential counselling services and well-being workshops to support your personal and professional growth For further information, or to visit the school, please contact the School office, on 01782 512301 or email (officethursfield.staffs.sch.uk). Closing date 12:00pm 28th February 2025 Thursfield Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form. Please note it is an offence to apply for this position if you are barred from education. The DfE have recommended that schools now consider undertaking online searches on all shortlisted candidates. The Creative Learning Partnership Trust is following this recommendation and, as such, should you be shortlisted on-line searches will be conducted accordingly. The searches will be undertaken in an impartial manner only using publicly obtainable data by Insight HR Ltd (a third-party organisation). This ensures that the Trust meets their legal obligations and minimises risk of any bias being formed in the recruitment process.