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Site Manager/Premises Officer Facilities - Full-time

Bower Grove School, Maidstone

  • Ref:KCC886-7032-133S
  • Posted:13/09/2017
  • Pay:KR5 (£17,827 - £19,608)
  • Start Date:Oct 2017
  • App Close Date:25/09/2017 at 12:00
  • Interviews:2 October, 2017

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We are seeking a Site Manager to be responsible for the management and operation of premises related functions at the school (including 2 associated small local sites). The successful candidate will demonstrate skills to ensure a safe and healthy environment is maintained for pupils, staff and visitors.  The Site Manager will line manage 2 Assistant Caretakers and 2 in-house cleaners; in addition to liaising with contract cleaners as and when required.

 

We are looking for an individual who has:-

  • Leadership skills – the ability to lead and organise others and their own workload.
  • A desire and the ability to be pro-active in maintaining the smooth and efficient running of the school premises and displaying a high quality appearance both internally and externally.
  • Knowledge and expertise in general maintenance and repairs to buildings and grounds, plant and equipment.
  • The ability to lead and procure quotations with contractors for day to day repair and replacement.
  • A driving licence (with D1 category to drive minibuses).
  • A happy disposition, good communication skills and a ‘can do’ approach.
  • Some knowledge of COSHH, Health & Safety, and Legionella is essential – further training can be given to the right candidate.

This position is offered on a full time (52 weeks) permanent basis working 37 hours per week on a split shift basis as follows:-

Monday to Thursday -  7am to 11.30am and 3pm to 6pm

Friday - 7am to 11am and 3pm to 6pm 

If you are energetic, enjoy working within a happy and active community and can communicate on all levels then we look forward to hearing from you.

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.