School Caretaker

Polaris Community • Permanent • Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom • 1h ago

Polaris Education - Ormston School, Headingley
School Caretaker
Basic Salary: £26,402
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Location: Headingley, Leeds

Benefits

30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service
Bank holidays
Company pension
Life assurance
Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan

Are you ready to join a supportive and nurturing community that works together to achieve the very best outcomes for its pupils?

If so, our school in Leeds could be the perfect place for you to develop your career and make a real difference to the lives of children and young people.

About the School

Located in Headingley, Leeds, Ormston School offers a safe and supportive environment for pupils aged 5 to 18.

With significant investment and an abundance of new resources, the successful applicant will have the opportunity to shape and mould the school to create a supportive environment that promotes self-discipline and engagement and inspires learning. Our mission is to provide each pupil with a diverse and appropriate education that encourages aspiration and achievement.

We are part of the Polaris Community and have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years. Within the Polaris Community, we have over fifteen SEN schools across the UK that work together to provide each pupil with a tailored, diverse and appropriate education in a safe, supportive environment that promotes engagement, inspires learning and encourages achievement. We're also incredibly proud that 100% of our education services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.

Role Responsibilities

Maintain clean, safe and secure school premises, including the buildings and grounds
Carry out cleaning, handyperson duties, routine maintenance, refurbishment, porterage and minor repairs
Supervise school cleaning staff where required
Promote health and safety throughout the school
Carry out porterage duties, such as moving furniture and equipment around the school
Maintain the general school premises, furniture and fittings, reporting any issues to the Headteacher
Carry out small repairs and DIY projects
Arrange larger repairs and obtain quotes from contractors
Carry out daily cleaning and ad hoc duties, such as litter picking and arranging the disposal of waste
Carry out emergency cleaning duties, such as gritting and cleaning up spillages
Arrange an annual deep clean of classrooms, staffrooms, the kitchen, dining areas, food technology areas and other frequently used spaces on the school premises
Take responsibility for maintaining cleaning tools and products, including arranging replacements and ensuring appropriate stock levels
Maintain the security of the school premises as the main key holder
Lock and unlock the premises as required, including outside school hours when necessary
Check at the end of the school day that all windows, doors and gates are locked, lights are switched off, and gas and electrical appliances are turned off
Set security alarm systems, report potential security breaches and respond to alarms or other call-outs in accordance with agreed procedures
Click apply now to view the full list of responsibilities on our careeers portal

Requirements

Previous property maintenance or caretaking experience within a school environment is preferred
Previous experience of building maintenance
Previous experience of security systems, including alarm systems
Good knowledge and understanding of health and safety regulations
Basic DIY skills
Good interpersonal and communication skills when dealing with contractors and other visitors to the site, while protecting the school's interests
Good literacy and numeracy skills
Ability to work effectively with children and young people with SEMH needs
A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle

The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which will be met by Polaris Education. Polaris Education is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Polaris Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

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