Estate Maintenance Assistant - Full-time

Sackville School, Hildenborough

Ref:KCC886-6058-29S
Posted:06/01/2022
Pay:Up to £20,000 dependent upon experience
Start Date:1st March 2022
App Close Date:31/01/2022 at 11:00
Interviews:ASAP

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We are currently looking for an Estate Maintenance Staff to join our team in Hildenborough.

The successful candidate will carry out general repairs and maintenance throughout the grounds. You will need to have good practical skills and high energy levels. Liaising closely with the Estate Manager and Headteacher, ensuring that we are complying with current Health and Safety, Fire, and Risk Assessment Legislation.

The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to:

Ensure security and safety of the school site and grounds during working hours
Observe legislation regarding Health & Safety Regulations, Fire and Risk Assessment legislation and work alongside the Health & Safety Officer
Maintenance of all ground working equipment, tools, ladders, tractors, mowers, etc.
Day to day maintenance of the School, Sports Hall, outbuildings, and grounds including but not limited to checks as follows:

Weekly Checks: Fire alarm, water temperatures, fire exits

Termly Checks: Building’s fabric, roofs, paths, CCTV and alarms maintenance

Annual Checks: Gas safety, electrical PAT testing, tree survey, kitchen extractor hood clean, fire extinguishers, intruder alarm, fire alarm service

Managing requests for maintenance/repairs
Managing on-site Contractors and ensuring that they are competent and compliant
Monitoring of cleaners and ensuring their work is satisfactory
Ensure the customers and students are treated with politeness and courtesy and be always a good ambassador for the school
To undertake any training as maybe required
Part of this role will involve safeguarding responsibilities including the reporting of any safeguarding concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Team

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for someone who:

Has held a full British driving license for a minimum of 24 months
Can undergo an Enhanced DBS Check
Will be responsible for the opening/closing of the School/site
Is confident and capable of working both alone and as part of a team
Will be flexible to work when required with reasonable notice
Is a good communicator with both adults and students
Has basic knowledge of carpentry, electrical and/or plumbing
Can receive deliveries and ensure that they are processed quickly
Will ensure the School is always clean and well-presented and especially in advance of Open Days, etc
Able to adapt to change in situations
Experience in passenger carrying vehicles (desirable)
Previous experience of working in a school would be advantageous but is not essential

Job Type: Full time

Working Hours: 6.45am-3.45pm 5 days a week term time, 8am-3pm 5 days a week non term time

The successful candidate will need to be flexible to work when required with reasonable notice. Benefits include a free lunch during school term, 25 days holiday per annum (which can be taken during school term time) and a school fee discount.

Start Date: 1^st March 2022

Information about the school

About Sackville School

Sackville is a thriving independent senior school (11-18) of 220 boys and girls. Sackville offers an ambitious education that is individually tailored for each pupil to realise their potential. We are a welcoming school with a warm sense of community. Our academic outcomes are excellent, particularly our ability to add value to each and every pupil.

Sackville School aims to foster a positive, friendly, happy, family atmosphere for learning. This is a powerful and integral element of our school’s success and requires careful cultivation from teachers, staff, and leaders alike. To achieve the most from our pupils we understand that enjoyment of learning is of paramount importance. Children learn best when both they and their teachers, are enjoying themselves.

We aim to encourage intellectual curiosity and productive learning habits in both our students and staff. Whether you are fully trained or seeking further qualifications, we have many opportunities for you to broaden your skill set and reach your career goals.

Sackville School is part of the leading academic group, Alpha Schools. Alpha is recognised within the education field as an established and award-winning network of independent schools from across the country. Strong collaboration across the group builds opportunities for our pupils and staff as we work together to offer a high-quality education within a stimulating environment.

Do you have the passion to roll-up your sleeves and get stuck-in to every aspect of our school? If you can honestly say yes to this question, we would like to meet you.

Please note that CVs are welcome but will not be considered without a completed Sackville application form.

We reserve the right to close advertisements early if a suitable candidate is found.

No Recruitment Agencies please.

Sackville School is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and it expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment and undertake safeguarding training.

Job Contact Information

Name:Melanie Monaghan (Head's PA)
Address:Tonbridge Road, Hildenborough, Kent, TN11 9HN
Telephone: 01732 838888
Email: office@sackvilleschool.com

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