Job details Job role Catering, cleaning and site management Visa sponsorship Visas cannot be sponsored Working pattern Full time Contract type Fixed term Full-time equivalent salary £24,027.00 - £24,404.00 Annually (Actual) Temporary Assistant Caretaker job summary Temporary Assistant Caretaker 37 hours a week, full year (52 weeks per year) Grade D Points 3 to 4 - £24,027 - £24,404 (actual salary) Are you looking for your next challenge? Would you like to join a school where relationships are key and contribute to an caring and nurturing environment where young people flourish under the guidance of a dedicated and professional team of staff? We are seeking to appoint a Temporary Assistant Caretaker to support our Facilities Team. This role will be for 1 year in the first instance joining us in April 2025. The postholder will, under the supervision of the Facilities Supervisor, be responsible for general maintenance, safety and security of the school site working as part of a team. What we offer: We have a great deal of experience in the further development of our staff. Our appraisal approach is one of coaching under the banner of 'Growing Great People'. We offer a supportive and welcoming environment with an excellent induction programme. We pride ourselves on our relationships across our school community - 'Staff are proud to work at Polesworth and staff retention is high' (Ofsted, 2023). 'There is a respectful and caring culture across the school' (Ofsted, 2023). What you offer: We are seeking a passionate and driven individual with good communication and organisational skills and a desire to make a difference to the lives of our pupils and their communities. Next Steps If you have any questions about this opportunity please contact us via e-mail, n.hollandthepolesworthschool.com. The Polesworth School is part of The Community Academies Trust, a multi-academy trust with the express purpose of transforming schools in community Hubs, through applying a holistic view of education. Applications are online via our recruitment portal and the link can be found on our website at www.thepolesworthschool.com/vacancies Closing date for applications is: 9.00 am on Monday 17th March 2025. Interviews will take place shortly thereafter. The Trust Child Protection Policies and Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Statement can be found at: https://www.communityacademiestrust.org/en-GB/trust-information. Community Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Community Academies Trust is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offender Act 1974. We expect all staff to share our safeguarding commitments and to undergo appropriate safer recruitment checks, including enhanced DBS checks and a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the standards which flows from Community Academies Trust vision and values. The role is covered by part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role. Community Academies Trust supports Equal Opportunities Employment. Community Academies Trust Company Registration No. 0747273-6 "Education is for improving lives and for leaving your community and world better than you found it" Commitment to safeguarding Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. 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. Visas cannot be sponsored.