Caretaker

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Halesbury team in a key operational role. We are seeking to recruit a part-time caretaker to support the smooth and efficient running of our school alongside our Site Manager. We welcome applicants with the necessary skills and experience along with a commitment to our safeguarding policies.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK. Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process schools and colleges should consider carrying out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or at interview.

Halesbury is an all age 4-19 Special School for pupils with autism, complex communication and cognition and learning needs. We are accredited by the National Autistic Society and value the individuality of our pupils. We have a happy and positive ethos where high expectations for our young people co-exist with realistic goals. All of our pupils are challenged to reach their full potential. We are committed to providing a wonderful learning environment for everyone, where every child and every adult matters. Our children are inspirational. Halesbury enjoys strong links with the local community, supportive parents and a committed and effective governing body. Our mission statement: "Achieve, Believe and Challenge" provides us with our aims for all pupils and staff;

• Achieve - A Confident attitude towards life - To Feel proud of accomplishments - Reaching goals
• Believe - Proud to be who we are - The best that we can be - To Aim high and shine
• Challenge - The sky is the limit - Overcoming barriers - No target out of reach
PLEASE NOTE: We reserve the right to close the advertisement early in the event of a high number of applicants., Top tip when applying - As we've got a new recruitment system the application process has changed a little and we hope you'll like it! You'll first need to register and create a profile the first time you apply. Creating your profile will enable you do things such as track your application progress, view emails you've received from us and manage communication preferences, manage your interview bookings and offer information if successful. About Dudley Council It's an incredibly exciting time to work in Dudley Council as we embark on numerous multi-million pound regeneration schemes which will be real game-changers for the borough. In addition to the exciting schemes such as the Midland Metro we also have the ongoing and very serious challenges of ensuring vulnerable people across the borough receive the services they deserve. At Dudley Council we have a 'one council' ethos that builds an effective and dynamic organisation which grows the economy and creates jobs, creating a cleaner and greener place and supports stronger and safer communities. We are rightly proud to be the historic capital of the Black Country and, working with our partners, Dudley Council is also committed to looking forward and helping to deliver our borough vision of 'Forge a Future for all' www.dudleyboroughvision2030.org.uk We ensure communities influence council decisions and are committed to delivering services in partnership with communities. We provide flexible and responsive service in partnership and help communities help themselves. In joining a local authority that serves 320,000 residents you will become an integral part of a council that:
• is ready to embrace change, providing an environment in which you will be encouraged to make your mark
• is aware of its key challenges and the need for a new energy to innovate the council, in order to find cost effective ways of delivering services
• has aligned its political and managerial leadership structures and is committed to protecting, securing and transforming the lives of children, families, the vulnerable and older people
• wants borough residents to have their say through our community forums
• dedicates time to meaningful consultation and listen to the views of our residents
• is working with the community to encourage active involvement of our residents
  
  £15,794.59 - £17,215.96 per annum. Term time only, 40 weeks(no of working weeks). First year salary will reflect number of working days remaining in holiday year.