Janitor (fixed term for 3 months)

2 weeks ago

Edinburgh, United Kingdom Teacheroo Full time

We are looking for a conscientious and reliable individual to work as a part of our Janitorial team, based mainly at our Junior School Campus in Inverleith.  The role is available on a temporary basis to cover a long-term absence within the team.    A start date will be agreed upon appointment as the successful candidate will require to be cleared through Disclosure Scotland in the first instance.

Working under the direction of the Head of Maintenance and Janitorial Services, you will be part of a team responsible for the security, presentation, cleanliness and maintenance of a large school site. 

You will see from the information below that the Janitorial team have a varied remit as part of the wider Facilities team and play an integral part in the smooth running of the school.

The role has a rotating shift pattern of earlies (07:00 – 15:00) and lates (14:00 – 22:00).  This role attracts an excellent benefits package including a generous pension, paid lunchbreak, three-course lunch during term time, access to on-site gym, discounts with major retailers and access to our Employee Assistance Programme.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. 



Main Responsibilities:
  • Maintain high standards of security, presentation and general maintenance in all buildings, yards and grounds. 
  • Responsible for the opening and closing all school buildings at beginning and end of working day. 
  • Assisting with the supervision of authorised visitors/contractors to the school; and to report unauthorised visitors to the school office. 
  • Reporting breaches of security. 
  • General Porterage duties around site and between Senior school, Junior school and other school sites. 
  • Responsible for all room layouts for classes, parent evenings, assemblies, external lets etc. 
  • After suitable training carry out portable appliance testing and keeping up to date records. Carry out minor repairs to portable electric appliances. 
  • Assist the other members of the Facilities Team in carrying out maintenance as part of the school Planned Preventative Maintenance scheme. 
  • To liaise with external contractors as directed by Head of Maintenance & Janitorial Services.  
  • Ensure school trophies are cleaned prior to presentation. Responsible for the safe storage of school trophies in the school trophies cupboard. 
  • Complete minor or general repairs as required.  An aptitude for DIY is required.
  • Uplift and transfer recycling materials from recycling points throughout the school to the waste management centre within the school campus. 
  • Assisting with fire evacuation/ emergency evacuation in conjunction with the Facilities Management Team, H&S Manager, Bursar & Rector. 
  • Health and Safety monitoring in conjunction with the Facilities Management team & H&S Manager. 
  • Complete work according to targets and schedules 
  • There is a responsibility for the post holder to demonstrate a commitment to quality service delivery through continuous improvement for the benefit of the school. 
  • Complete all required administration processes 
  • Work in association with other facility team members and external contractors  
  • Liaise with staff members to ensure safe access to work areas 
  • Assist with assets audits and report findings/recommendations to line manager  
  • Assist other members of the facilities staff with facilities related tasks as required 
  • Ensure that the established Safe Systems of Work are employed and that all work is carried out in a safe, skilled and professional manner 
  • Ensure that the Health & Safety of yourself, your colleagues, the staff and pupils is not compromised in any way during the execution of your duties. 
  • Comply with all relevant current Health & Safety legislation 
  • Attend such training courses as are deemed appropriate to your role and responsibilities 
  • To carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by line manager or senior management to cover the continuing operation of the school. 

While these are the key responsibilities of the role, this is not necessarily an exhaustive list and other duties may be required to ensure the smooth running of events in Edinburgh Academy facilities.



Ideal Candidate:

Our ideal candidate will have the following qualities and skills

  • Reliable, helpful, with a can-do approach
  • Basic DIY skills and a willingness to learn new skills
  • Happy to undergo training on H&S and general maintenance tasks
  • Good communication skills, both written and verbal 
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Some knowledge of Health and Safety in the workplace   
  • Ability to use own initiative and problem solve  


Package Description:

The school prides itself on its warm and welcoming community, inclusive of all staff.  Our teaching staff work alongside the operational teams to ensure the smooth running of the school.  We value the contribution of all team members. 

Through involvement in the co-curricular programme all those who work with us can bring their passions to work. Developing our talent is important to us.  Access to training and professional development is available and encouraged.

Our reward package includes:

  • Enrolment into generous DC pension (11% employer contribution)
  • Access to onsite gym
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Employee Benefits Programme including discounts to a number of major retailers, holiday, electric car and cycle to work schemes, as well as health and well-being option
  • Fee discount
  • A three course lunch is provided during term time 


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