Job Introduction
Caretaker/Cleaner required for Gedney Hill C of E Primary School
Gedney Hill Primary School is looking for a School Caretaker/Cleaner.
The successful candidate will cover Gedney Hill School mainly in a caretaking capacity with some cleaning to support our current cleaning staff
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
• Maintain the security of the premises and its contents, including the operation of fire and burglar alarms.
• Cleaning on site at Gedney Hill Primary School.
• Be a trustworthy key holder responsible for the opening and closing of the sites.
• To assist with inspection of the heating plant regularly, carry out minor maintenance and report other defects as required. (Items of minor maintenance should be carried out if within the capability of the Caretaker and if the appropriate tools are available in the school).
• Carry out routine maintenance of buildings and décor i.e. minor decoration, repairs and those tasks which would not normally require the services of an outside contractor.
• Attend to the statutory requirements of the premises and liaise with the relevant bodies.
• Be available to attend the school in cases of emergency outside the working week e.g. intruders, fire, weather damage.
• To sweep all external hard surface areas, clear leaves and litter from drain covers and disinfect drains.
• To clear paths of snow and spread salt as required for the health and safety of pupils and staff
• To check off large deliveries and carry out porterage duties in any area of the site to include removal or rearrangement of furniture within the school.
Other
• The duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties that may be required from time to time within the general scope of the post. Any such duties should not substantially change the general character of the post. Duties and responsibilities outside of the general scope of this grade of post will be with the consent of the post holder.
• Mandatory training will be provided for this post.
For an informal discussion about the role, or to arrange a visit, please contact Julie Belton 01406 330258 or email: julie.belton@gedney-hill.lincs.sch.uk
Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service, barred list check, references and medical checks. Pre-employment checks are in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
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.
