THIS ROLE IS BASED AT CHINTHURST SCHOOL - TADWORTH We are looking for a key member to join our existing Maintenance and Caretaking team, who will provide support through ensuring a safe, secure and well presented environment throughout the premises during duty hours, for all pupils, staff and visitors. This job carries a wide variety of duties, tasks and responsibilities. Some of these are routine and others are variable, depending on daily events and the schools needs. An adaptable person with a wide range of practical skills is required. This role has the opportunity for professional development. Some of the main responsibilities will include: Performing and recording regular maintenance checks. Assisting in the maintenance of classrooms, toilets, playground and all school buildings. Assisting in the repairing and painting of furniture, fittings and the buildings as required. Assisting other maintenance staff complete tasks. Assisting with furniture moving and setting up of temporary items such as gazebos. Attending to arrivals of deliveries at the school gate and their distribution. Ensuring facilities are fully stocked. Assisting with responsibility for security of the school and buildings during duty hours. Supervision of contractors attending the school site. Maintenance cleaning, e.g., windows, mini-buses, bins, external items. Cleaning in an emergency (cleaning is normally undertaken by school cleaning contractors). Rubbish collation and removal. Any other duties as may be required. Undertake fire warden, first aid and other training as required. The successful candidate will have, or be able to demonstrate, the majority of the following: Good communication skills are essential. A keenness to learn all aspects of a maintenance role in a school of our size. Previous experience in a similar role would be an asset but is not essential. Someone who can use their own initiative and be decisive. The ability to organise work day by day and be able to respond to any type of emergency. The ability to adapt and expand within the role. This role is for 40 hours per week, the working hours will generally be between 9am and 6pm, but some flexibility will be necessary for school events in the evenings and at weekends. 25 days annual holiday, plus bank holidays.