Site Operative

4 weeks ago


Colchester, United Kingdom Colchester Prep & High School Full time

About the School - Colchester Prep and High School

Colchester Prep & High School was founded in 1882 by Ferdinand Grӧne as a ‘most desirable establishment for young ladies’, providing a ‘sound English education’. Over the past 140 years Colchester Prep & High School has built up a reputation for providing an excellent all-round education whilst preparing our pupils for life beyond school.

Today that reputation still stands. Through our inspiring teaching and forward thinking STEAM curriculum, we build in our pupils, ages 2 to 16, the confidence, self-belief and strength of character to achieve their full potential whilst

nurturing in them a global perspective and a mindfulness for social responsibility which will last throughout their lives. It is a community focussed on creating the “Changemakers of Tomorrow’s World”.

In line with our School Motto “God First, Others Second, Self Last” we pride ourselves on our friendly and caring close-knit environment, which encourages good manners, consideration for other people and a strong sense of social responsibility among our pupils.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Site Operative to join our fantastic team. 

About Cognita

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.

About the role

The Site Operative is responsible for the effective and timely provision of maintenance services to the School and its staff. This includes ground maintenance, minor repair work and security duties, ensuring the site is safe and secure at all times. The Site Operative should have the ability to identify repair requirements, and arrange their satisfactory completion, which may be carried out either by contractors or, where deemed within their competency, by the Site Operative as agreed with the Cluster Facilities Manager (CFM). To be prepared for call out at unsociable hours or at weekends to deal with security problems, make emergency repairs or allow access to contractors etc., who need to work on site, and may include school holidays and weekends.

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Who we are looking for:

To be considered for this role you will previous site operative experience and proven experience of performing maintenance duties including plumbing, carpentry, electrical and other maintenance tasks. You will have awareness of H&S rules and regulations and be able to manage a busy workload often under pressure in order to meet school deadlines. 


Benefits at Cognita 

•Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience 

•Free lunch provided during Term Time 

•School holidays and public holidays / Holiday Allowance 

•Free parking on site (subject to availability) 

•School fee discount 

•Exclusive third-party discounts 

•Professional Development 

 

How to Apply

Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: 1st September 2024

 

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. 


We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.


EARLY APPLICATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO INTERVIEW AND APPOINT PRIOR TO CLOSING DATE FOR THE RIGHT APPLICANT. 



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