Your opportunity
This is a key role which requires energy and enthusiasm, flexibility, superb interpersonal skills and proven health and safety knowledge.
What we are looking for
You will carry out general maintenance duties within the school site. Ideally semi-skilled in carpentry/painting/decorating and general site work and gardening. Experience of working on a school site is an advantage, but full training will be provided.
You will have a 'can do' approach and the ability to carry out the physical aspects of the role, for example, cleaning, manual handling, DIY, lifting and general maintenance.
We operate a shift pattern between 6.30am to 7pm but we are happy to discuss what hours suit you.
For an informal chat about the role, please contact the school office and ask to speak to the Estates Manager.
About Highdown School & Sixth Form Centre
Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre is a thriving school, established in 1971, where all students are challenged to reach excellence every day. Our most important resource is our staff. Therefore, we aim to create the conditions and culture within the academy that make Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre a rewarding place to work. We are committed to investing in staff professional learning and leadership development, taking action to rationalise workload, promote mental and physical health and wellbeing, and encourage collaboration and peer support.
Join the GLF Schools Community
As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.
● A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
● Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
● 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
● We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
● Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education
GLF Schools Employment Offer
GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
● Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
● Flexible working options
● Generous holiday allowance
● Work life and family friendly policies
● Employee wellbeing initiatives
● Access to a staff benefits portal
● Community and collaboration working model
Please read the attached candidate pack for further information.
The Details
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £24,272 (GLF Associate 3, Point 1)
Hours of work: Full time, 37 hours per week. Term time working will be considered. Shift patterns to cover 6.30am to 7.00pm.
Closing Date: 1 January 2025
Interview date: TBC