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Assistant Caretaker - Part-time

Harrietsham CEP School, Maidstone

  • Ref:KCC886-3067-77S
  • Posted:17/01/2019
  • Pay:KR3
  • Start Date:Feb 2019
  • App Close Date:04/02/2019 at 12:00
  • Interviews:TBC

Advert

Harrietsham C of E Primary School is looking to appoint a part-time caretaker to join our friendly, professional team. 

We wish to appoint someone who is  enthusiastic, reliable, active and has excellent communication skills. 

We require self-motivated candidates who will work as part of a team with the other caretaker and contract cleaners to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for the pupils and staff. The successful candidate will report to the Headteacher and will be responsible for the security and cleanliness of the site and will be very conscientious with a good knowledge of health and safety. 

The work will involve all aspects of caretaking, cleaning and facilities management. The position is physical in nature and includes working outside. You should therefore, be comfortable lifting furniture and equipment to statutory limits. 

Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the School, for example, alarm call outs, severe weather conditions clearing the school site,  staff illness, lettings and School events.

The position is permanent working term time only  (equating to 38 weeks per annum).  Normal working will be 15 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 3-15pm-6-15pm.

In addition to the hours stated, you might be required to work some evenings / weekends as agreed, for which payment will be made.

Salary: KR3, £15,628 to £17,188 pro-rata.

The school is fully committed to the safeguarding of children, therefore all staff are subject to an enhanced DBS check by the Disclosure and Barring Service along with other relevant employment checks.

Visits are encouraged by prior arrangement.

Information about the school

Our Vision Statement:

‘Nurtured we Flourish’

We are a warm, welcoming and inclusive school rooted in our rural community. Like the mustard seed, we grew from tiny beginnings and our branches are now spread wide – providing support and taking our values beyond the school gates. All those in our community feel safe and nurtured - able to flourish and grow academically, spiritually, emotionally and physically to achieve their full God-given potential.

Harrietsham Church of England Primary School is a friendly village school set in beautiful countryside in the heart of the community. We are expanding to 2-form entry and are nearly fully grown! We pride ourselves on the achievements of all of our pupils - we are a school where everyone works together putting children at the heart of everything we do. We welcome pupils and staff of all faiths and none and our vision and values of Love, Forgiveness and Fellowship guide our everyday actions.

Our school building (which dates from 2004 to 2021 when our new extension opened) houses classrooms, smaller learning areas, a well-stocked library and computer room, activity rooms and offices and we have extensive grounds including a nature garden and field with large scale play equipment. Outdoor learning is really important to us. We have supportive parents and an active PTFA and Governing Body. We maintain close links with the church and local community.

Job Contact Information

Fax: (01622) 859372

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.