JOB DETAILS

Job Title: Assistant Caretaker (Part-time – 20 hours per week, 7am to 11am, for 40.4 weeks p.a.)

Reports to: Site Manager

Location: Hilden Grange School

JOB PURPOSE

To assist in the maintenance of the school site and grounds and to carry out road crossing patrol duties and mini-bus driving as required.



RESPONSIBILITIES

To assist the Site Manager and Groundsman in the routine maintenance of the school site and grounds, including the preparation of sports pitches and facilities
To train as a road crossing patrol officer and to carry out duties as required
To drive the school mini-buses as and when required
Opening and locking school buildings as required in term time and school holiday periods, including unlocking and locking external doors and de-activating and activating security alarms, checking for fire hazards, checking all windows are closed, noting and reporting all damages
Carrying out swimming pool tests in advance of use by pupils and staff during pool opening months (April-October)
Cleaning the swimming pool and maintaining the swimming pool plant and dosing equipment, especially ensuring that regular checks of water samples are undertaken – specialist certified training will be provided
Ensuring sufficient stocks of chemicals and consumable spares are maintained for the pool, and also consumables and sundries for school vehicles; and ensuring that appropriate health & Safety procedures and COSHH regulations are followed for the handling of pool chemicals and other consumables
Cleaning and regular servicing/preparation of the school’s transport – minibuses and people carrier – including replenishing fuel, oil, screen wash etc.
Assisting with the supervision and direction of contractors whilst on site
Carrying out other duties as required by the Headmaster/Site Manager, including opening and securing the school site before and after school events at weekends and during the evening.


SKILLS REQUIRED

A good standard of DIY skills
A clean driving license, preferably D1 or above
Good horticultural skills/experience desirable
Experience of using horticultural machinery an advantage
An understanding of security and safety requirements in a school environment
Confident use of information and communication technology (ICT), including familiarity with basic Microsoft packages e.g. Word, Outlook etc.
Good communication skills and a positive attitude to providing an excellent level of work
An ability to work to deadlines and to work independently and as part of a team when required.


EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

A proven track record of working successfully in a property maintenance and/or sports ground role is desirable, but not essential
Previous experience of working in a school environment is desirable, but not essential
Other relevant experience will be considered.

The Alpha Plus Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks and references essential.

The Alpha Plus Group is committed to equality of opportunity as an employer and educator.