Caretaker

We specialise in the recruitment of high quality candidates in the education sector. We have an excellent opportunity for a Caretaker working for a school in Tunbridge Wells. 27 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays, 37 hours per week Caretaker rsquo;s Core Duties * To aid the Head Caretaker/Facilities Manager in managing the Health and Safety procedures * To assist the Head Caretaker/Facilities Manager in keeping and developing the School premises * You may need to assist the Site Team at both sites and there needs to be a degree of flexibility on hours, as and when it is required. * Provide safeguarding and uphold the welfare of children and young people in line with child protection procedures. * Keep clean and tidy, when necessary, the paths, drives and other hard surfaces within the site grounds. Empty rubbish bins located around the site. * Undertake repairs and maintenance, when necessary, around the site * Carry out weekly maintenance of the 3G pitch. Caretaker rsquo;s Skills Required * Knowledge and experience in a similar role, preferably in a school environment * Knowledge of health and safety regulations * Experience in DIY and general building maintenance * Computer literate * To know how to prioritise the needs and safety of the children and staff * A full driver rsquo;s license is desirable Caretaker rsquo;s Key Experience * Experience in DIY and general building maintenance * Knowledge, experience and understanding of the day-to-day management of a public building, e.g. heating, lighting and maintenance * Experience of working on building and maintenance projects * Experience of dealing with secondary school students The post holder will be required to work weekly shift patterns (with a 30-minute lunch in between): * 06:00 - 14:00 * 07:30 - 15:30 * 11:30 - 19:30 Are you enthusiastic about theCaretaker job? Send us your CV in a Word format today