Premises Officer

7 months ago

London, United Kingdom Blue Arrow Full time

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
- To deputise for the other Premises Officer in their absence
- The Premises Officer is responsible for the general upkeep of the school premises and grounds, and for providing a safe, secure, clean and warm environment for all children, parents, staff and visitors.
- Working to the direction of the Business Manager the Premises Officer will be responsible for carrying out the duties of the post with regard to the council and school's equal opportunities policies and shared values.
- To develop constructive relationships and communicate effectively with staff, parents, other agencies and professionals, maintaining confidentiality and adhering to data protection regulations at all times
- To contribute to the overall ethos, work and aims of the school.
- To have due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to follow all associated child protection and safeguarding policies as adopted by the school and Local Authority.
- The Premises Officer will be on site during working hours unless his/her duties are required elsewhere.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Security
- Opening and locking of gates, doors and windows as appropriate and as requested. Locking all doors and gates and windows at the end of the day and leaving site secure or managing external contractors to carry out this process effectively.
- Taking reasonable steps to minimise loss or damage to property
- Patrolling site at appropriate intervals during working hours and using initiative take action to remove barriers, deal with litter, obstacles, and hazards.
- Ensure security systems are in working order and are tested regularly.
- Responding to fire and intruder alarms ensuring that the necessary actions are taken to minimise risk of further intrusion and damage, pending more permanent repairs.
- Ensuring that visitors' and contractors' log book is signed and reporting any concerns to appropriate authorities including Business Manager, Head Teacher, police, other centrally based officers of the Local Authority.
- Ensuring gates and entrances are kept clear.

Maintenance
- Maintenance and upkeep of premises, including buildings, fixtures, fittings and furniture.
- Carrying out minor repairs
- Internal and external painting and decorating as required
- Reporting major defects, such as burst pipes, leaks, flooding and breakages, and arrange for them to be dealt with. Liaise with contractors and emergency services as necessary
- Using specific skills or expertise where possible. This includes carpentry, and plumbing repairs within own capability and in line with agreed health and safety procedures and guidelines
- Engaging in preventative maintenance - especially in order to eliminate potential hazards.
- ds and containers, or managing external contractors to carry out this process effectively
- Cleaning internal and external windows throughout the school where safe to reach. Arranging window cleaning service for inaccessible areas
- Monitoring cleaning services, including regular meetings with the provider to ensure high quality standards are maintained and faults reported if necessary

Porterage
- Dustbin/recycling/shredding bin management - including arranging extra collections when necessary.
- Ensuring the dustbin area is kept clear, tidy and locked
- Helping all school staff - e.g. assisting with large display mounting, moving of classroom and shared area furniture, simple repairs to classroom/school equipment.
- Erecting and putting away larger outdoor equipment.
- Within storage capabilities removing and storing furniture in available storage facilities.
- Opening and locking up for evening meetings or events as requested

Heating, Ventilation and Plant
- Verify the accuracy of gas, electric and water meter readings
- Checking wiring and replacing fuses in school equipment.
- Checking and replacing lamps, tubes etc. in light fittings
- Checking that all electrical devices, electrical plugs and wiring are safe and properly connected
- If requested testing fire alarm and other alarms weekly and recording the event.

Health & Safety
- Maintaining a safe and healthy environment referring hazards to the Business Manager / Head Teacher
- Having knowledge of use and maintenance of fire precautions and equipment
- Organising regular fire safety checks as required including fire drills, bell tests and fire safety inspections
- Organise regular fire safety training for staff
- Clearing ice and snow to give access to and exit from site.
- Investigating and reporting all accidents and potential hazards arising from plant, equipment and fittings and taking remedial action as required.
- Checking all doors are secured against unauthorised entry when and where appropriate

Additional Duties
- Liaise with other users of school site
- Driving school minibuses as required
- Any other duties within the scope of the post

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