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School Caretaker
Job Posted: 19 hours ago
Salary: £ 29,000 - 29,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: KT22, Leatherhead, Surrey
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Our client is seeking a trustworthy, reliable and hardworking Resident Caretaker who will enjoy working in a friendly school environment. This live-in role will be responsible for a wide range of duties and responsibilities connected with the smooth, efficient and effective running of the school including.
Job Description:
* Carrying out security procedures for school buildings and grounds.
* Specifically closing and lockdown of school premises, including gates, doors, windows, fire exits etc
* Checking the proper operation and function of alarms and fire equipment
* Reporting acts of vandalism and patrolling the site as requires
* Assisting with minor repairs as required
* Acting as a keyholder in cases of alarm activation out of normal school hours
* Responsible for the cleaning and safe and efficient working of the swimming pool plant
* Assist the Head groundsman for approximately 40% of the working day with grass cutting and leaf pick up in the Autumn
* Work closely with the drivers to act as relief driver as and when necessary
* Regularly inspect the site and its operation to ensure Health & Safety practises are adhered to
* Assist the Maintenance Supervisor with moving such items of furniture/equipment as required
Person Specification:
* Previous experience in a similar role is an advantage
* Full drivers license (with no more than 6 points) and use of a vehicle is essential
* Able to effectively organise own work and operate as loan worker.
* Both orally and in written form and to understand and interpret written instructions
* A proven record of a high level of attendance at work.
* Polite, courteous and calm under pressure
* Able to show initiative and work proactively to ensure the smooth running of the site
* An organised approach and excellent time management skills
Hours of work: 40 Hours per week, year-round.
During term time the hours will be 7.00am-10.30am and then 2.00pm – 6.30pm plus locking up each weekday evening at 9.30pm.
During the school holidays the hours will be 8.00am to 4.00pm, 5 days per week, plus locking up shortly after 4pm. There may be occasion when some aspects need to be locked a little later due to contractors being onsite for scheduled works.
Additional Information:
* Car driver is essential as no public transport links
* 25 days paid holiday per year plus Bank Holidays and a Christmas closure period.
* Onsite accommodation provided 2 or 3 bedroom apartment.
* Generous contributory pension scheme
* Refreshments and lunch provided during term time
* Cycle to work scheme for staff members
* Parking for staff members is provided onsiteBefore You Apply
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