School Maintenance Officer
6 days ago
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced School Maintenance Officer to join our team at Polaris Education. As a key member of our facilities team, you will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and security of our school premises.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain clean, safe, and secure school premises, including buildings and grounds.
- Carry out cleaning, handy person activities, routine maintenance, and refurbishment, porterage, and minor repairs.
- Supervise school cleaning staff and promote health and safety around the school.
- Carry out porterage duties, such as moving furniture and equipment around the school.
- Maintain the general school premises, furniture, and fittings, and report any issues to the Head Teacher.
- 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, kitchen, dining areas, food tech areas, and other frequently used spaces on school premises.
- Take responsibility for the maintenance of cleaning tools and products, including arranging replacements and ensuring good stock levels.
- Maintain the security of the school premises as the main key holder.
- Lock and unlock the premises as required, including out of school hours when necessary.
- Check at the end of the school day that all windows, doors, and gates are locked, lights switched off, and gas and electrical appliances are turned off.
- Set security alarm systems, report any potential security breaches, and respond to any alarms or other call outs following agreed procedures.
- Carry out regular checks of CCTV and alarm systems, locks, fire safety appliances, security gates, and perimeter fencing, and ensure any necessary repairs are actioned.
- Advise the Head Teacher on all matters relating to school security and safety.
- Ensure a safe working and learning environment in accordance with relevant legislation.
- Carry out and record regular health and safety checks, including on legionella risk, play equipment, safety equipment, and any hazards on school premises, report any problems to the Head Teacher.
- Provide safe access to the school in cold weather conditions.
Requirements
- Level Award in Support Work in Schools.
- Previous caretaking experience within a school environment.
- Previous experience of building maintenance.
- Previous experience of security, including alarm systems.
- Good knowledge and understanding of health and safety regulations.
- Basic DIY skills.
- Good interpersonal skills to protect the school's interests in dealing with contractors and other visitors to the site.
- Good literacy and numeracy skills.
- Ability to work in an environment with SEMH children.
- Must be willing to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check prior to commencing work. Any costs incurred will be met by ISP.
- Must have a UK Driving License and own transport.
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