School Caretaker

Location: Kettering
Permanent
ASAP start
Salary: £21,968 - £23,194 Depending on experience
Hours: 10 hours per week split shift in the AM and PM (before and after school)
**If you do not have a DBS you will need to get one that is on the update service for £47.20**

We are seeking to appoint someone who will really care for our school, ensuring it looks its best, is safe and exemplifies the high expectations we have of our children. The Caretaker will carry out a range of duties, to ensure safety, security and maintenance of the site and premises.

The hours are 10 hours per week, working in a split shift of an hour in the morning to open up and an hour in the evening to lock up. There are opportunities for overtime when projects are needed.

Key roles and responsibilities:
* Maintain the security of the premises and its contents, including the operation of fire and intruder alarms. Complete and record statutory health and safety checks.
* Be a trustworthy key holder responsible for the daily opening, closing and security of the site.
* To be responsible for the ordering, cleaning equipment and materials and the secure storage thereof.
* Provide routine development and maintenance i.e., minor decoration, repairs and those tasks which would not normally require the services of an outside contractor.
* Be available to attend the school in cases of emergency outside the working week e.g. intruders, fire, weather damage.
* To complete duties which are within the capability of the Caretaker and for which the appropriate tools will be made available, and to report defects of the fabric of the building.
* To ensure that all external areas, paths and drives remain free from litter and hazardous materials and that all drains and gullies are free flowing and clean as appropriate. To clear pathways of snow and apply salt when required keeping records of this action.
* To be responsible for the regular checking and testing of the fire alarm warning system sounders in line with fire safety guidance, recording the event and any issues arising. Checking heating, water and testing battery banks for emergency lights where relevant.

The successful candidate will need to be reliable, highly motivated and an enthusiastic individual with a strong team ethic. A flexible attitude to work and 'can do' attitude is essential, along with an ability to communicate effectively with staff and visitors to the school.
Relevant training will be provided.

I am keen to speak to experienced Maintenance's Assistants professionals who are interested in working in schools. Please apply and I will be in touch.

Alternatively, if you know of anybody who might be interested then we offer generous referral fees!
**If you do not have a DBS you will need to get one that is on the update service for £47.20**

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.