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The Heath Family Trust (NW) believes passionately in the power of collaboration and the importance of developing schools who work together to ensure very child and staff member can thrive. We are committed to providing children and young people with inspiring places to learn, and environments where they feel respected, safe and, crucially, happy and fulfilled.

We are seeking to appoint a flexible and committed caretaker to join our team. Duties will include caretaking, site security, minor repair works to the whole site, monitoring contracts and contractors and planned maintenance.

We are looking for someone with good interpersonal skills and enthusiasm who can relate well with staff, students and contractors.

There are various perks that we offer our employees such as flu vaccinations, occupational health services and employee assistance programmes. Our salary sacrifice schemes allow you to exchange a portion of your salary for benefits such as childcare vouchers, new car lease and bike-to-work schemes, reducing your taxable income and providing you with valuable perks at a lower cost. Mileage for business use is paid and all parking at our sites is also free of charge.

To find out more about the role and what we offer please visit Join us - The Heath Family (North West)
- The Heath Family (NW) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we will check the suitability of staff to work with children. Applicants must be willing to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and overseas police checks (where applicable)._

Closing Date: 6th October at 23:59 PM

Shortlisting Date: 7th October

Interviews: 11th October

Please see full Job Description/Person Specification

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**Overall purpose of the post**:

- Maintaining clean, safe, and secure school premises, which includes buildings and grounds.
- Carrying out cleaning, handyperson activities, routine maintenance and refurbishment, porterage, and minor repairs

Promoting health and safety around the school

**Principal Duties and Responsibilities**:

- 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 line manager.
- Carry out small repairs and DIY projects.
- Assist with arranging larger repairs and obtain quotes from contractors for approval.
- Assist with on site development projects.
- 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 of 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 day that all windows, doors and gates are locked, lights switched off, and gas and electrical appliances are turned off where applicable.
- Set security alarm systems, report any potential security breaches.
- 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 line manager and Head of School/Principal on all matters relating to school security and safety.
- Any other duties of particular relevance to the school and in line with the job role.
- Ensure a safe working and learning environment in accordance with relevant legislation.
- Assist in carrying 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 line manager.
- Provide safe access to the school in adverse weather conditions.
- Be committed to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare of children and young people.
- Comply with the policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety, security, confidentiality and data protection, and equal opportunities, and report all concerns to an appropriate person.
- Take appropriate action to identify, evaluate and minimise any risks to health, safety and security in the school - working environment.
- Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims.
- Establish constructive relationships and communication with all staff and other agencies/professionals.
- Recognise own strengths and areas of expertise and use these to advise and support others.
- Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required.
- Ensure that cleaning staff carry out their duties professionally and effectively.

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