SQUIRRELS HEATH INFANT SCHOOL Salisbury Road, Romford, RM2 5TP Head Teacher Mrs Julie White Tel 01708 446476 Assistant School Keeper Grade: Grade 1/2 Point 2 Salary: £27,345 (£10,185 pro rata) Contract: Temporary until 22nd July 2025 Hours: 16 hours per week 6am - 9am on Monday to Thursday 6am - 10am on Friday 38 weeks per year term time only plus inset days Start: ASAP Squirrels Heath Infant School has an opportunity for an Assistant School Keeper to join our fantastic team. We are looking to appoint a flexible, enthusiastic and energetic assistant school keeper to work with our premises team. You will be required to undertake a range of school keeper duties including: Opening and locking up the school Cleaning of the school Porterage General maintenance Security Health and safety The successful candidate will need to be flexible, possess good time management skills, have excellent communication skills, be able to take direction, abide by school health and safety procedures and have a sense of humour. Good DIY skills would be advantage but are not essential. We can offer you: Opportunities for ongoing professional development A supportive team which places high importance on mental well-being and work life balance Access to the support and resources you need to succeed in the job role Squirrels Heath Infant School is a happy and caring community where all are valued and supported to be the best they can be. We promote a love of learning, develop creative thinking and recognise the interests of our pupils through high quality learning experiences carefully tailored to meet each unique child. Our pupils leave us as confident, independent and passionate learners well prepared for success at school and beyond. If you are interested in this post please call Gerard Walsh, Site Manager, on 01708 446476 to arrange a visit or discuss the post in more depth. Please apply online. Closing Date: Friday 7th March 2025 - 12pm Interview Date: Tuesday 11th March 2025 Squirrels Heath Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The school follows safer recruitment practices and the successful applicants will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. A copy of our Safeguarding Policy is available to view on our website.