Caretaker - Full-time

St Augustine Academy, Maidstone

Ref:KCC886-4000-205S
Posted:06/07/2022
Pay:WAT Grade E, pts 10 - 14 £21,695 - £23,484
Start Date:Immediate
App Close Date:20/07/2022 at 23:45
Interviews:Soon after closing date

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OVERVIEW OF THE SCHOOL AND THE ROLE

We seek to appoint a Caretaker to be responsible for the provision of looking after and maintaining our Academy. This is a great opportunity to be a part of a growing and consistently developing Academy.

WHY CHOOSE US?

St Augustine Academy is committed to providing an education that ensures all students succeed and make the best of the opportunities and experiences available to them. Our core principles are based upon the educational, spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of our students.

WE OFFER:

Gym facilities
On-site parking
Cycle scheme
Set in a beautiful parkland area of Maidstone, close to Maidstone West railway station. Our school community offers the opportunity to become a meaningful part of the wider community through enrichment and extra-curricular activities
A strong commitment to your professional development and career management
An opportunity to be part of a dynamic team

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Ideally, experience of working in a school environment
Experience of being in a similar role
Good communication skills
Time management

THE RIGHT CANDIDATE:

Demonstrate previous experience and ‘DIY skills’ to identify, monitor and carry out minor repairs, maintenance and redecoration.
Demonstrate knowledge of moving and handling procedures and be physically able to carry out the physical tasks of the role (e.g. lifting, shifting, clearing snow etc).
Demonstrate knowledge of Health & Safety and hygiene procedures and precautions.
Awareness of COSHH regulations, applying knowledge gained as appropriate.
Demonstrate good communication skills that allow effective communication with all levels of school staff, governors, pupils, contractors and outside users of the school (hirers).

Potential candidates for this role are warmly invited to visit the school or to contact the Operations Manager for an informal conversation

This is a full time, whole year post with flexible working required - currently this is an alternating two week shift pattern: 5.40am - 2pm and 10.10am - 6.30pm. (However the pattern may be negotiable). There are 5 additional hours during term time.

Overtime will be required on occasion to cover for Academy functions and events and there may be a need to attend emergency call-outs if required.

Salary: WAT Grade E, pts 10 - 14 £21,695 - £23,484, plus additional amount of between £2,510 - £2,717 per annum.

Information about the school

St Augustine Academy is a small, caring, inclusive school committed to providing an education that allows every student to succeed and flourish in our Christian community, for all faiths and none. We believe the very purpose of school and education is to help young people grow and develop so that no door is closed to them in their lives.

We are an inspirational community, with high standards of discipline creating a disruption free learning environment. Our broad curriculum is exciting and knowledge-rich to engage, excite and challenge all students, regardless of their starting level. Our successful grammar stream adds further challenge and pace.

At St Augustine Academy we promote courage, compassion, and community as well as a desire to learn and achieve. These values are guided by our school motto, “Together with God we achieve.” We believe that the sum of all our parts is much greater than any individual part. We work with students, families, and our local community to bring about the best opportunities for all members of our academy.

Job Contact Information

Name:Yvonne Lambert
Address:Oakwood Park, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 8AE
Telephone: 01622 752490
Email: ylambert@saa.woodard.co.uk

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