The Galfrid School is a thriving primary school in Cambridge welcoming children aged 4 to 11. We are delighted to have been judged a 'Good' school in our first inspection report in October 2023. Inspectors praised us for taking the school from strength to strength and recognised that: the school values its staff; staff value the personalised, high-quality training that ensures they teach a curriculum suitable for all pupils; workload and well-being are carefully considered by the school at all levels; and the school ensures that all staff have the chance to be heard.
We are dedicated to providing an excellent education for children to grow into fantastic, well-rounded citizens who make a positive impact on our community. We are part of a cluster of schools within the United Learning group: The Galfrid School, Coleridge Community College, Trumpington Community College, Parkside Community College, and Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology.
We embrace United Learning's aim to offer a life-changing education to children and young people, and we work as a team to achieve more than any single school could. We share knowledge and resources within the cluster and the group to simplify work processes and manage workloads to achieve excellent results while improving work-life balance. As a cluster and as a group, we can look after our staff better.
United Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check.
We always appoint on merit, and we are open to discussing flexible working options.
Are you a maintenance or site worker looking for a permanent role where you can really make a difference to a community? Are you looking for the next step in your career? Would you like to work in a supportive, friendly, and ambitious team?
If so, this could be the ideal role for you.
At The Galfrid School, we are looking for a full-time Site Supervisor to work in our wonderful school, part of the United Learning Cambridge Cluster. In a friendly and welcoming school, with supportive colleagues, you will be able to make a real impact on the lives of children within our community.
With the support of the Cluster Facilities Manager, you will be responsible for effectively managing the maintenance of the school buildings and grounds to the highest possible standard, ensuring a safe environment for pupils, staff, and visitors. You will liaise with contractors to ensure the school site is fully maintained at all times. You will become part of an outstanding Support Staff team that plays an integral part of our school. Ideally, you will have previous experience in a caretaking, site, or maintenance role.
In return, we will offer you:
* Community spirit in our inclusive and welcoming school
* Talented, supportive, and professional colleagues
* Excellent training and development opportunities
* Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues in our cluster of schools and Central Office
* Access to the generous Local Government Pension Scheme
* 26 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays and one personal leave day each year
* Enhanced parental leave options
* Access to over 250 employee benefits through Perkbox
* Access to Westfield Health Cash Plan offering money back towards the cost of essential healthcare expenses such as dentist and optician services
* Free and Confidential Counselling and support services (e.g., legal and financial advice) through an award-winning Employee Assistance Programme and access to a free Wellness Hub
Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employees will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive checking process including references from current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK, an enhanced DBS check and a further check against the appropriate barred list.
Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the listed advert end date should we determine that sufficient applications have been received. We therefore encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible.
The Galfrid School
The Galfrid School is a thriving two-form entry primary school situated in the southeast of Cambridge and within walking distance of the River Cam. We are ambitious for academic excellence and strive to deliver an education with character for the children and community we serve. We pride ourselves on being inclusive and friendly, professional and purposeful, and look forward to welcoming someone who shares our values to the team.
The Galfrid School is part of a cluster of five schools within the United Learning group. The three secondary schools, Coleridge Community College, Parkside Community College, and Trumpington Community College, one primary, The Galfrid School, and a specialist 13-19 college, Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology.
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