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Site Manager - Full-time

Herne Bay Infant & Nursery School, Herne Bay

  • Ref:KCC886-2263-208S
  • Posted:14/06/2021
  • Pay:KR6
  • Start Date:As soon as possible
  • App Close Date:23/06/2021 at 15:00
  • Interviews:29th June 2021

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We are looking to appoint a flexible, organised and enthusiastic Site Manager with excellent interpersonal and communication skills to join our friendly school.

Hours will be 35 per week, Monday to Friday from 10am – 6pm, 52 weeks per year.  Some overtime is expected.

Do you have skills/qualifications in one or more of these trades - plumbing, carpentry, decorating, joinery, technology, grounds maintenance? Are you someone who would take pride in contributing to the improvement of our wonderful school buildings and grounds? We are looking for someone who, as well as having trades expertise, can;

• Prioritise and undertake repair and improvement programmes in school
• Take responsibility for calling out contractors where necessary, quality assuring and signing off their work
• Undertake general caretaking, emergency cleaning and porterage duties
• Take advantage of training on offer to further develop skills to enable school to achieve best value
• Have effective working relationships with the staff, pupils, governors and any contractors
• Be a keyholder and part of the emergency call out team for alarm calls

Actual salary based on qualifications, skills and previous experience. 

Herne Bay Infants and Seashells Nursery is in the of the seaside town of Herne Bay, Kent.  The school is close to many amenities, including the beach and is the heart of the local community.  The local area boasts easy access to a variety of stunning beaches, historic Canterbury, and Whitstable.

After school visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged!

If you would like to find out more about our school, please contact the school office for an informal visit on 01227 372245 or email stephanie.cobourn@herne-bay.kent.sch.uk  

As a school committed to safeguarding children all staff members will undergo an enhanced DBS check and candidates will be assessed on their suitability to work with children.

Closing date: 23rd June 2021

Interviews: 29th June 2021


Information about the school

This large thriving school is well established in the area and shares a site with Herne Bay Junior School, bounded by Kings Road and Stanley Road and enjoying a central position in the town.

The school is a 3 form entry with a nursery and there are currently 300 children on roll. There is a good staff/pupil ratio throughout the school ensuring an inclusive, creative, supportive and secure environment.

As a school committed to safeguarding children all staff members will undergo an enhanced DBS check and candidates will be assessed on their suitability to work with children. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, checks include references, online searches and health clearance before employment.

The school's policies, including Recruitment, Child Protection and Whistleblowing, can be found here: https://www.herne-bay.kent.sch.uk/policies/

Job Contact Information

Fax: (01227) 742305

Documents

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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.