Non-Supervisory Caretaker - Broomhill First School
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Part time
Advert Start Date:
17/09/2021
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 04/10/2021 12:00
Salary:
£13,796 - £14,071
Job Category:
Building Maintenance / Caretaking
Employment Location:
Broomhill First School
Further Information
Broomhill First School is a small, inclusive school set in a semi-rural location, in the
small village of North Broomhill in Northumberland. Our site is surrounded by rolling
farmland. We are extremely lucky to have beautiful school grounds and are constantly seeking ways in which to improve them. We have lovely children and a dedicated, hardworking team of staff, governors and parents. Further information about the school can be found on our website.
Our governors are looking to employ and appoint an experienced and highly motivated
Caretaker to manage the security, safety and cleanliness of our unique school building. The successful candidate will join our team from 01 November 2021 or as soon as
possible after this date.
Duties and key result areas include, but are not restricted to:
• monitoring the cleanliness of the property, ensuring that the building specification and standards are achieved.
• undertaking cleaning related tasks as allocated.
• ensuring that the security of the property is properly maintained so that users have access
at the appropriate times and that an appropriate response is made in the event of a property related incident.
• ensuring that all ventilation, access and exit points operate effectively and that fire-fighting appliances are readily accessible and properly maintained.
• ensuring that the heating and associated systems are operated and maintained in the
approved manner, advising on conservation measures and taking all necessary precautions
against cold weather damage.
• ensuring that the external areas of the property are kept free of litter and debris, litter and
rubbish bins are emptied regularly and main access routes are kept clear of leaves, snow
and ice as necessary.
• ensuring that staff adopt safe working practices in all aspects of work, including
undertaking risk assessments where necessary and reacting accordingly.
• undertaking a range of general porterage tasks that ensure the efficient movement of
goods, equipment, furniture and other items around the property.
• ensuring that adequate stock levels of appropriate supplies are maintained, supplies are
distributed as necessary and that corporate procedures are observed
• attend training events as and when required
• other duties appropriate to the nature, level and grade of the post.
The successful candidate must:
• have literacy skills and numeracy skills sufficient to undertake work related tasks;
• have strength, dexterity and co-ordination to use a range of cleaning tools and equipment;
• demonstrate their ability to plan and organise staff and resources, including effective use of their own time;
• be resourceful and work with initiative and without constant supervision;
• be reliable and keep good time;
• adapt to change by adopting a flexible and cooperative attitude;
• demonstrate integrity and uphold the school’s values and principles.
• Relevant experience in a caretaking environment is desirable and the ability to demonstrate maintenance and DIY skills would be a considerable advantage.
We are strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure is required for this post.
Informal discussions or visits to the school prior to interview are encouraged. Please contact Mrs Robison (Office Manager) to arrange a visit. Tel: 01670 760339
Variable hours 24 to 30, initially to start on 27.5 hours per week.
Working Pattern: M - F 7.30am to 9am 11.25am to 1.10pm 3.30pm to 5.45pm
School holiday times M - F 8am to 11.30am 1pm to 3pm
Application forms can be downloaded from this website and are available electronically from
the school by telephoning the school office.
Completed applications should be returned directly to the school either by post to:
Mrs D Robison (Office Manager), Broomhill First School, Station Road, North Broomhill, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 9UT or via email to admin@broomhill.northumberland.sch.uk
Closing date for applications is noon on Monday 4th October.
Shortlisting will take place on Wednesday 6th October.
Interviews are scheduled to take place within the week commencing 11th October.
Interviews will consist of questions from the school leadership team and a member of the governing body and a observational site walk.
Post commencement will be Monday 1st November 2021.
Further information about the school can be found on our website.
Applications should be returned to School by midday on 4th October 2021. Application forms can be handed, or posted, into the main school office or emailed to the Office Manager - deborah.robison@broomhill.northumberland.sc.uk
School Name: Broomhill First School
Full address: Station Road, North Broomhill, Morpeth, Northumberland
Postcode: NE65 9UT
Tel.: 01670760339
e-mail: deborah.robison@broomhill.northumberland.sch.uk
Website address: admin@broomhill.northumberland.sch.uk
Please note
This job is closed for applications.