Job Introduction
Manor Leas Junior Academy is looking for a Caretaker to join our lovely team.
This role is pivotal to the running of the school ensuring that our site is safe and well-maintained and that our facilities provide exceptional opportunities for learning, both inside and out. As a school, we highly value this responsible position and we require a team player who has high standards, takes pride in their work and has a hands-on approach to planned and unplanned tasks.
It is expected that the successful applicant can undertake a range of maintenance work e.g. minor plumbing, carpentry, grounds maintenance, unblocking of drains, repairing furniture, decorating, litter picks, gritting, sweeping etc.
The Caretaker will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the premises inside and out, collecting/assembling waste, the locking/unlocking and the setting of security alarm systems, weekly fire alarm testing, carrying out security checks and responding to emergency calls (although an external agency is first response for these events, the caretaker would be added to a list of staff members to contact in the case of an emergency).
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
