Site Manager's Assistant

There will also be the opportunity to be a lifeguard for the School’s swimming pool and training will be provided if required.

We invite applications from candidates with an ‘I can and I will’ attitude to contribute further to standards of excellence, who love children and aspire to work in a happy and fulfilling environment.

Hours, Salary & Benefits:

Salary: An attractive salary and benefits package will be provided.

Benefits:

• 5% pension
• Cycle to work scheme and shopping discounts
• Means tested staff discount
• EV scheme with Octopus Energy
• Free lunch during term time
• Personal accident at work cover
• On-site parking
• Access to the group's counselling scheme
• Access to fully funded apprenticeships, up to L7

Job Description:

To assist the Site Manager with the regular maintenance of all aspects of the school premises and other general duties as well as providing lifeguard cover for the swimming pool as required.

The post holder reports to the Site Manager and is ultimately responsible to the Head and the School Business Manager.

• Locking and unlocking the school as arranged, including setting the alarm system.
• Preventing trespass on the school premises and ensuring that unauthorised parking of vehicles does not occur.
• Checking for damage or other security concerns throughout the day.
• Assisting in maintaining the Site Manager’s workshop in a clean and tidy condition.
• Upkeep and general care of the school.
• Prepare bins in preparation for pick up.
• Ensure that rubbish is stored appropriately.
• Cleaning and tidying of the internal and external areas of the school during the day as directed.
• Emergency cleaning and replenishment of toilets during the day as required.
• General maintenance and minor repair work as directed.
• General porterage duties and moving of furniture.
• Assisting teaching staff with appropriate tasks as requested.
• Supporting lettings as required, including opening, closing and general duties.
• Preparation of hall for functions as required.
• Receive and check goods and supplies and take them to the appropriate place for storage.
• Ensure that clear passage is maintained on fire escape routes.
• Assist Site Manager to test fire alarms weekly and maintain test register.
• Report any defects of buildings, furniture, fittings and equipment to the Site Manager.
• Setting up and clearing away tables and chairs in the dinner hall daily.
• Daily check of roofs for pooling, loose tiles, plant growth, etc.
• Clean roller shutters, soffits, bargeboards and external lights.
• Keep all hard surfaces free of ice and snow to ensure the safety of children, parents, staff and visitors.
• During the absence of the Site Manager, ensure that the Swimming Pool is correctly heated, treated and cleaned.
• Act as the lifeguard for lessons/activities in the swimming pool as required.
• Ensure that all lights, heating and electrical sockets are working effectively, replacing as necessary and switching off when not in use.
• Monitoring and setting of heating controls and boilers.
• Be aware of the location of all stopcocks, gas and electricity meters and read meters as required.
• Carrying out frost precaution procedures.
• Ensure that the boiler houses are tidy and that no flammable material is stored there.
• Any other reasonable tasks required by the Headteacher, School Business Manager or Site Manager.

Person Specification:

• Literacy and numeracy skills
• Lifeguard qualification (desirable, training will be given if required)

• Experience in taking care of premises (desirable)
• DIY and maintenance skills (desirable)
• Use of cleaning equipment (desirable)

• Ability to carry out general repairs
• Good general level of fitness and be able to lift and carry
• Be able to interact with children in a positive way
• Be able to develop and maintain good professional relationships and contribute positively to all aspects of School life
• Ability to set high standards and to be a positive role model for staff and pupils
• Good communication skills
• Organisational and time management skills
• Ability and passion to support superb care and education
• Professionalism in all areas such as punctuality, work ethic, honesty, reliability and collaboration
• Commitment to the safety and welfare of all pupils
• A ‘can do’ attitude and willingness to work hard to get things done
• Strong team working skills
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion
• Personal warmth, good rapport with pupils, colleagues and parents
• Appropriate levels of personal presentation
• An understanding of, and commitment to, the School’s ethos
• Good sense of humour and the flexibility and willingness to be involved in School life

Please see full details in candidate pack.