Kibble is a specialist provider of services for at risk children and young people across the UK. Many of the young people the charity cares for have experienced significant trauma in their lives and we provide a safe, stable environment that is both nurturing and therapeutic. With a robust support network and wide range of integrated services, we offer young people opportunities and encourage them to believe in themselves, feel a sense of belonging, and realise their own self-worth.
What is the Job Function?
Joining our long-established maintenance team primarily based on our 24/7 multi-function campus you will carry out a wide range of general maintenance duties.
Who are we looking for?
* A multi skilled individual who has a knowledge of general maintenance work.
* Be skilled in joinery, electrical work, plumbing, tiling and roofing tasks as well as general maintenance work as instructed.
* Estimate materials required to complete tasks.
* Assist in maintaining an inventory of stocks and all associated materials.
* Liaise with Estates Supervisor regarding purchase of appropriate tools and equipment.
* Maintain an awareness of all health and safety rules applying to all work and tools and equipment used to ensure that safe working practices are observed.
* Maintain a commitment to continue developing own skills, attending further training as appropriate.
* Provide work experience opportunities for young people as required.
What qualification and experience are we looking for?
* General building works experience and relevant qualifications.
* Experience of working with apprentices.
* Willingness to engage with young people.
* A full UK driving licence is essential for this post.
* As the job can be physically demanding, the postholder should have a good level of general fitness.
The successful candidate will be included in the on-call rota, providing on-call support to the various services at Kibble.
What do we offer?
Pension, holidays (up to 8 weeks per year) and employee benefits including cash4health, employee assistance programme, free parking, free meals, plus access to onsite physio.
Notes:
* This job outline reflects the main tasks and responsibilities discharged by the post holder at the present time, however, Kibble reserves the right to alter or amend the content of this job outline to reflect changes to the job or services provided, while maintaining the overall character and level of responsibility for the post.
* Notwithstanding any information or statement described within this job outline, all duties must be carried out in a way that promotes equality of opportunity, dignity and respect for all individuals and which is consistent with Kibble’s stated policy on equal opportunities.
* The successful candidate will be subject to PVG Scheme Membership. Having previous convictions will not automatically disbar you from working at Kibble (with the exception of offences against children or other vulnerable groups) and every case is taken on an individual basis.
* Appointments will be subject to a twelve-month probationary period.
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