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Caretaker - Full-time

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Gillingham

  • Ref:KCC887-3755-56S
  • Posted:07/05/2022
  • Pay:NJC
  • Start Date:Immediate
  • App Close Date:23/05/2022 at 09:00
  • Interviews:TBC

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An exciting opportunity to join our team as a Caretaker at St Mary's Catholic Primary.

 

Position: Caretaker

Grade D2: Salary: £18, 933 - £21, 748 per annum pro rata

Hours: 37 hrs per week, 52 weeks a year

The hours of working will split into two shifts that include the opening and closing of the school (this is negotiable).

We are seeking to appoint a Caretaker to join our hard-working team at St Mary’s Catholic Primary.

St Mary's is a successful and happy school, combining a caring Catholic ethos with enthusiastic learners.  Children's behaviour is outstanding due to our commitment to high expectations and a positive approach to learning.

Duties will include site security; health and safety of the premises and grounds; some cleaning and some decorating; minor repairs and maintenance, and some lifting and furniture moving.

There may be over-time hours to cover any activities the school has outside of the working hours for the post.  Experience is preferred but not essential.

The successful candidate will:

  • Be highly motivated;
  • Have a flexible approach;
  • Be capable of working under pressure and also on their own initiative as required;
  • Have excellent DIY skills and a practical aptitude for general building and grounds maintenance;
  • Have a knowledge and understanding of health and safety and be prepared to undertake relevant training;
  • Be a good team player;
  • Enjoy working in a school environment.

 

We offer:

 

  • An inclusive and caring ethos;
  • Enthusiastic, well-motivated and happy children;
  • Welcoming and supportive staff;
  • A well-resourced school;
  • Exceptional opportunities for professional development for all staff;
  • A wider professional learning community;
  • A supportive Governing Body;
  • A caring school and parish community
  • Start date: To be agreed

 

St Mary’s is committed to safeguarding pupils, any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, health check and Enhanced DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) and proof of right to work in the UK. We are an equal opportunities employer.

 

Closing date:   23rd May 2022

 

Interview date: TBC

Information about the school

St Mary's is a successful and happy school, combining a caring Catholic ethos with enthusiastic learners. Children's behaviour is outstanding due to our commitment to high expectations and a positive approach to learning.

Job Contact Information

Fax: 01634 856 459

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.