Salary: Support Staff Pay Scale D: £24,790 to £25,183 per annum
Great Yarmouth Charter Academy is looking for a reliable, flexible and effective caretaker who, in accordance with the practices and procedures of the academy, will ensure that the academy premises and contents are properly maintained, secured and ready to use.
The caretaker has 24-hour responsibility for the security of the academy premises. Within this the hours of attendance for work will be determined by the needs of the academy and undertaken by agreement with the principal. Key holder responsibilities extend beyond regular working hours to cater for emergencies at any time, day or night. The role involves supporting all aspects of the site and will include working a shift pattern (precise hours to be confirmed), including maintaining the school grounds, locking the site, and ensuring the site is compliant with health and safety regulations. This position is on a 52-week contract with the flexibility of booking annual leave in school holidays.
Before applying, please read the attached Recruitment Pack and Job Description, for more details about the role. We ask that you read this pack carefully, especially the “Planning your application” section from page 11. This will support your application ensuring you have the opportunity to tell us about your relevant skills, experience and qualifications that relate to the job description and person specification in addition to details of your references covering the last 5 years.
The main responsibility of this role will be:
1. Responsible for the security of the premises and its contents including the operation of fire and burglar alarms and undertaking key holder responsibilities, involving locking/unlocking entrances, checking and securing windows and internal doors, activating and switching off alarm systems, etc.
2. Available to answer emergencies outside of regular working hours and pre-planned lettings.
3. To ensure that all utility related systems such as heating, lighting, plumbing and power are working properly.
4. Fully aware of and comply with all departmental instructions and procedures relating to health and safety at work and to recognise the responsibilities required under the Health and Safety at Work, etc. Act 1974.
The ideal candidate will have:
5. Category D1 driver's licence will be desirable
6. DIY skills to undertake minor repairs and maintenance of the site
7. Ability to perform the physical tasks required by the post, including lifting, carrying and pushing various equipment to undertake the duties of the post
8. Ability to carry out a range of administrative/clerical tasks, including record keeping, ordering and stock taking
Charter was rated as good by Ofsted in June 2024. Ofsted stated that “Pupils at Great Yarmouth Charter Academy are proud to attend the school. It provides them with a safe and structured environment. It is a place where pupils can thrive and achieve their potential.”
Over the last three rounds of pupil admissions at year 7 the school is now oversubscribed with first choice pupils. Our job adverts are linked to this growth and our desire to support pupils from our community.
We are part of the Inspiration Trust, twice ranked as the country’s top family of comprehensive schools for pupil progress, and strongly believe in the importance of giving the widest educational opportunities to all young people, regardless of their background. We have strong networks across the Trust, with opportunities to work with a diverse range of schools and partners. We are committed to offering excellent professional and learning opportunities for our staff, with a busy programme of continuing professional development courses delivered by some of the country’s best educational thinkers and practitioners.
The Inspiration Trust is a Multi Academy Trust, committed to delivering the very best educational experience for the young people of Norfolk and Suffolk, across 17 schools. We are ambitious for our schools and communities and want to create Britain’s highest performing federation of 3-19 schools and transform education in the East. Inspiration Trust specialises in transforming schools in disadvantaged areas and taking academies from failing to outstanding.
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When you join Inspiration Trust's thriving network of talented teachers, leaders and support staff, you join an organisation that supports you to be the best you can be. The Trust offers a varied professional development programme for employees.
We are committed to offering excellent professional opportunities for our staff, through careful support and personalised CPD. We offer a structured and specific induction programme.
The Trust also offers:
9. Generous holiday entitlement
10. Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions
11. Employee Assistance Programme which provides a fully confidential service which includes 24/7 free telephone support and access to well-being information, advice and guidance
12. Discounted travel passes via the First Bus Commuter Travel Club
13. Cycle-to-work scheme
14. Retail Benefits offering discounts with many shops and suppliers
15. Corporate membership of the Norwich Theatre Royal
16. Salary sacrifice schemes, including car leasing (subject to T&C), healthcare plans, including Dental insurance and Gym membership
17. SpecSavers VDU Eyecare and Boots Flu vouchers
18. Free Parking (on most sites)
*Some benefits are only available following successfully passing probation
For more information about the role please feel free to contact the Principal’s PA on or call the school on 01493 842061.
To apply for this role please click the Apply button to complete the online application form.
Closing date for applications: 12pm on Sunday 24th November 2024
Interview date: Monday 2nd December 2024
Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.