Springfield Junior School is a proud member of QEGSMAT. The Trust’s values are for students to ‘Question, Explore; Give; and Succeed’. Our exceptional staff, strong leadership, motivated children, as well as excellent facilities, provide the successful formula for this.

Caretaker

Ref: SCH-QM-0113 15 day(s) remaining
Establishment: Springfield Junior School Location: Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE11 0BU Salary: 23500.00 - 23893.00 Department: Support Staff Job Type: Full Time
Closing Date: 06/12/2024 12:00 Interview Date: Thursday 12th December 2024 Start Date: TBC

Additional Information

Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: AYR - All year round Hours per Week: 37.00 Weeks per Year: 52.143 Pay Grade: Support Staff | 5 - 6

The Role

Purpose:  

Maintain the security of the premises and its contents (including the operation of fire and burglar alarms and key-holder responsibilities), lighting, heating and cleaning of premises (including the maintenance and operation of plant), providing porterage, defined handyperson duties, and other duties arising from the use of premises 

Main Duties

The Caretaker will support the Head of Estates and Facilities in maintaining the security of the premises and its contents including the operation of fire and burglar alarms and key-holder responsibilities and maintenance of lighting and heating systems. The caretaker will also provide porterage and defined handyperson duties and other duties arising from the use of the premises. General Handyperson duties include routine development and maintenance, decorating, repairs and other tasks, which would not normally require the services of an outside contractor. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Site security, heating and Safety-

  • Maintain security of the premises together with its contents, attend to the Intruder Alarms where applicable, board up and make secure the building(s) following acts of vandalism;
  • Attend to the heating of the premises and maintain the required temperatures, ensure boiler plant equipment is cleaned and maintained in accordance with the specification and report faults;
  • Attend to the heating of the premises at weekends during the approved winter period i.e. 1st November - 30th April when necessary and as agreed;
  • Be available to attend in cases of emergency outside the working week, e.g. intruders, fire and flood, etc. in line with the Academy policy and procedures for emergency cover;
  • Take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and others who may be affected by their activities and, where appropriate, to safeguard the health and safety of all persons under their control and guidance in accordance with the provision of Health and Safety legislation;
  • Assist in all necessary testing and recording of fire alarms, water systems and emergency lighting for the purposes of ensuring statutory compliance.

 

Resources-

  • Record all deliveries and maintain the required information, replace consumable items and ensure that adequate supplies are maintained to meet the needs of the establishment and the cleaning contractors;
  • Attend to the requirements of the hirers of the premises for the purpose of evening and weekend lettings; to be available to attend evening lettings as agreed during the week and at other times by agreement;
  • Give adequate supervision and directive advice to contractors including cleaning staff in order to maintain high standards of cleaning, security, maintenance and janitorial duties; to maintain the required records of timesheets, attendance records etc;
  • Provide and assist in dealing with matters concerning building maintenance, including internal decoration and basic plumbing and joinery work;
  • Provide a range of “handy person” duties.

 

Porterage and Janitorial Provision-

  • Clean designated areas in the establishment and maintain high standards in these areas; maintain floor surfaces in accordance with the requirements of the school’s cleaning/janitorial specification;
  • Ensure that all exterior hard surfaces including artificial/turfed areas are kept in a clean, tidy and safe condition – including the emptying of litter baskets, the cleaning of drains and gulley’s as required, and during the winter months, the salting, de-icing of hard surface areas and moving of snow to ensure access to the premises;
  • Remove graffiti from internal and external surfaces immediately it is noticed;
  • Assist with the cleaning of internal glass and windows where required;
  • Clean, where applicable, overhead kitchen canopies and grease traps;
  • Set out furniture, examination desks etc, as requested by the school;
  • Carry out porterage duties as and when required by the school;
  • Undertaking such other duties that are commensurate with the post as directed by the Site Manager or the Head of Establishment.

 

METHODS OF WORKING

 

The post holder must:

  • Maintain confidentiality and observe data protection and associated guidelines where appropriate;
  • Maintain an awareness of Safeguarding Children and the Keeping Children Safe in Education Policy;
  • Understand and comply with the school’s Health and Safety Policy in the performance of their duties and responsibilities;
  • Carry out the duties of the post in compliance with the academy’s Equal Opportunities Policy;
  • Understand and comply with all other relevant academy policies;
  • Take an active part in appraising their own work against agreed priorities and targets in professional development and supervision arrangements;
  • Undertake any necessary training associated with the duties of the post;
  • Carry out any other reasonable duties and responsibilities within the overall function, commensurate with the grading and level of responsibility of the post.

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Qualifications

Qualification Title Grade
Relevant Qualifications for the role Maintenance or Trade Qualifications
Desirable

Skills

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge
Desirable Knowledge
Desirable

Related Documents

Candidate Pack - Caretaker Nov 24 Candidate Pack - Caretaker Nov 24.pdf Download

Safeguarding Information

QEGSMAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. It is a criminal offence to engage or seek to engage in regulated activity or regulated work with children, if you appear on the DBS barred list. 

All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and be eligible to work in the UK. 

Further information about our commitment to Safeguarding can be found - https://www.qegsmat.com/documents/safeguarding 

Please be aware, the Trust may also consider performing an online presence check as part of their pre-employment checks. 

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1074 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020). 

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Springfield Junior School

Springfield Road
Swadlincote
Derbyshire
DE11 0BU

Nina Jones

https://springfield.derbyshire.sch.uk/

Our school is a vibrant, inclusive community where the children are at the very heart of everything we do and every child is valued and encouraged to achieve their full potential. We pride ourselves on fostering a nurturing and calm environment where everyone feels safe, respected and ready to learn.

 

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