School Caretaker

The Caretaker plays a vital role in supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of Westonbirt School. This varied and important position contributes to the safe, well-maintained running of the campus, ensuring facilities are prepared to support the academic timetable while also enabling the successful delivery of events and wider school activities.,

• Assist the Operations, Maintenance and Grounds teams in ensuring the campus remains safe, functional and well presented
• Undertake general porterage duties, including moving furniture and equipment
• Assist the Maintenance Team with basic handy work and DIY
• Assist with the supervision of visiting contractors where required
• Assist the Compliance Officer with cyclic testing
• Any other duties requested by the Operations Manager
• Act as a duty key holder for any issues on site out of hours
• Be prepared to respond to emergencies out of hours i.e. fire alarm
• Work with the evening porter to ensure that the site is secure following any activity outside of normal working hours
• Assist with the function and security of site during fixtures and events on weekends
  
  Polite, professional and friendly at all times with pupils and staff
• Able to respect and value the different experiences, ideas and backgrounds of others
• Prepared to assist colleagues in a willing and positive manner including assisting with other reasonable duties, as required
• Flexible, reliable, punctual and trustworthy
• Able to manage their own time effectively, to prioritise work and use initiative
• Having a driving licence is desirable due to the remote location of the school and to drive vehicles on site
  
  Hours: Permanent, full time role, 40 hours per week.
The department covers the operational hours of the business from 7am to 10pm, 7 days a week. Weekend working will be required in line with the requirements of the business. In line with the duty holder requirements of the role, accommodation will be provided on site. Salary: From £13.25 per hour Benefits:
• 5% employer pension
• On site accommodation
• Means tested staff discount
• Complementary lunch where possible
• Access to the group's counselling scheme
• Personal accident cover at work
• On site parking
• Access to fully funded apprenticeships
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Pre-paid shopping discount card