Caretaker/Site Manager (Job Share) - Holywell Village First School
Job Summary
Contract Type:
Fixed Term
Working Pattern:
Part time
Advert Start Date:
14/03/2024
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 12/04/2024 12:00
Salary:
FTE £24,294 - £25,979 (pro rata £11,490.41 - £12,287.36)
Hours per week:
17.5 hours per week
Job Category:
Schools - Support
Employment Location:
Holywell Village First School, Northumberland NE25 0LN
Further Information
Holywell Village First School is a small, inclusive school set in a semi-rural location, in the small village of Holywell in South East Northumberland. Our site is surrounded by rolling farmland and is close to natural amenities such as Holywell Dene and Holywell Pond. 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/Site Manager to jointly manage the security, safety and cleanliness of our unique school building along with our current caretaker/site manager. The successful candidate will join our team as soon as possible.
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.
• operating and maintaining all ancillary plant and equipment as appropriate.
• 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; Working with School Manager to ensure cleaning and maintenance budgets are adhered to and wherever possible costs are reduced.
• other duties appropriate to the nature, level and grade of the post.
The successful candidate will be required to work alongside our current Caretaker/Site Manager, who has been in post for 32 months, and share the supervision of a small team of cleaning staff; delegate work appropriately, provide clear guidance and motivate staff to achieve service objectives and quality standards.
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 – including lunch hall furniture;
• 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.
Hours of work daily Thursday & Friday (term time):
07.30 to 9.30am, 11.00 to 1.15pm and 2.45pm to 5.30pm
Hours of work daily Wednesday (term time):
12.00-1pm and 3pm to 5.30pm
Hours of work daily (holiday time – days to be arranged with School Manager):
8am to 12 noon, 1.00pm to 4pm
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 Reed, School Manager, to arrange a visit. Tel: 0191 237 0384
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 E Reed, School Manager, Holywell Village First School, Northumberland NE25 0LN or by email to:
emma-marie.reed@holywell.northumberland.sch.uk
Closing date for applications is noon on 12th April 2024.
Post commencement will be as soon as possible to include an induction and training period with the current Caretaker/Site Manager.
Salary amounts quoted are subject to an equated salary adjustment if you commence employment part way through the academic year.
Please note
This job is closed for applications.