Site Maintenance Operative / School Caretaker / Groundskeeperwho has general knowledge of building maintenance procedures and relevant skills such as plumbing, electrical and decorating and the ability to show clients around the facilitiesis required for a Schools Trust, based in Frome, Somerset, South West England.
This role isknown within the Trust as a Premises and Lettings Officer
SALARY:£25,467 per annum(Grade 3)+ Benefits
LOCATION:Frome, Somerset, South West England (BA11)
JOB TYPE:Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS:40 hours per week (all year round)
JOB OVERVIEW
Do you enjoy practical work, solving problems, and making a real difference behind the scenes? Then wed like to hear from you!
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a dedicatedSite Maintenance Operative / School Caretaker / Groundskeeper who has general knowledge of building maintenance procedures and relevant skills such as plumbing, electrical and decorating and the ability to show clients around the facilities.
In this varied and hands-on role as the Site Maintenance Operative / School Caretaker / Groundskeeper you will take care of the day-to-day running of the school site. From general maintenance and cleaning to site security and ensuring the buildings and grounds are safe, tidy and welcoming, you will be a vital part of school life.
The Site Maintenance Operative / School Caretaker / Groundskeeper will also play a key part in supporting school lettings, helping to prepare spaces for events and providing on-site support during some evenings and weekends.
DUTIES
Your duties and responsibilities as the Site Maintenance Operative / School Caretaker / Groundskeeper will include:
Keeping premises, grounds and car park tidy, swept and free of leaf and litter accumulation and ensuring hard surfaces are free from weeds, including providing an emergency ad hoc response in the event of adverse weather conditions to undertake snow clearance and gritting. Keeping external rubbish bins emptied
Receiving incoming goods and mail, receipting, sorting and ensuring correct distribution and dispatch. This does not include specialist equipment which should be organised by the responsible department. e.g. art displays, IT deliveries, science chemicals, exam and confidential papers etc.
Facilitate school lettings by ensuring spaces are ready, presentable, and secured before and after use, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Assist with deliveries, health & safety checks, fire alarm testing, and ensure compliance with school procedures and emergency protocols
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
General knowledge of building maintenance procedures and relevant skills e.g. plumbing, electrical, decorating
Good communication skills; written and verbal
NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Numeracy and Literacy
General knowledge of building maintenance procedures and relevant skills
Understanding of Health and Safety and security issues
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Good organisational skills - ability to meet deadlines and make decisions in emergencies
BENEFITS
Great opportunities for professional development
NEST pension scheme (subject to eligibility)
O2 discounts, Specsavers corporate eye test vouchers
Eligible for NUS Card and CSSC membership
Well-being programs (retreats, yoga, wellness apps)
Cycle-to-work Scheme
Free staff lunch and on-site parking
Plus many more
Pre-employment checks
The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates are required to have an Enhanced DBS check unless internally appointed and still within the cycle of DBS re-checks.
Any appointment subsequently made will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks.
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JOB REF: AWDO-P13321
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