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Caretaker Facilities - Part-time

Bower Grove School, Maidstone

  • Ref:KCC886-7032-131S
  • Posted:21/06/2017
  • Pay:KR4
  • Start Date:Sep 2017
  • App Close Date:04/07/2017 at 12:00
  • Interviews:Monday 10 July 2017

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We are seeking to appoint a reliable, well motivated,  practical and cheerful Caretaker (Special Responsibilities) who uses their own initiative and is also able to work as part of a team. 

This is a permanent position reporting to the School Business Manager. The hours of work are 9am to 3pm, Monday to Friday term time only although there will be a need to undertake additional hours to cover annual leave and sickness.

Duties will include general maintenance and housekeeping duties and in addition, specifically:-

  • Undertake Health and Safety and Fire Risk Assessments
  • Weekly testing of fire alarm systems
  • Maintenance of, and responsibility for auto doors and all mechanisms
  • Operation and maintenance (driving) of the school mini buses and other vehicles

Previous experience of working as a handy person is preferred. The ideal candidate will be competent in general maintenance and repairs and have  a full driving licence (including D1).

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

 

Information about the school

Bower Grove is a Foundation Day Special School for statemented pupils with learning and social, emotional and mental health difficulties (SEMH) including social communication difficulties and anxiety. We offer a unique teaching and learning environment and committed staff and pupils.

Job Contact Information

Fax: 01622 725025

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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.