Caretaker
Overview
Robertsbridge Community College is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, energetic and adaptable Caretaker to join our highly-motivated team at an exciting time in the school’s growth. The Caretaker will be responsible on behalf of the Headteacher for the Health and Safety of the site and security of the school premises and will need to maintain any machinery or plant within the school, maintain the internal and external fabric of the school premises as a safe and secure working environment.
Personal attributes
Our ideal candidate will have:
- A flexible attitude;
- Good communication skills;
- A friendly and outgoing personality;
- The ability to learn to undertake new tasks.
- Th ability to work effectively and supportively as a member of the school team.
- Good time management skills and the ability to prioritise tasks;
- Has experience of carrying out basic DIY tasks / general building maintenance works (Essential);
- Relevant qualifications and/or experience in specialist building maintenance work in one or more areas e.g. carpentry, plastering, glazing, plumbing, electricity etc.
- Able to follow and give clear instructions;
- Experience of a similar background desirable but not essential.
In return, we offer:
- A happy community committed to the professional development of all colleagues.
- A distinctive local context ensuring we place inclusivity at the heart of all we do.
- A skilled and experienced team of teachers and other professionals.
- A motivated leadership team leading rapid improvement to the students’ life chances.
- A college in which the students are enthusiastic, engaging and thoughtful.
Salary & Benefits
Grade: R6.14 – R6.16 £26,826 - £27,694 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week (Shift patterns* + occasional weekends)
*Shift Pattern (Monday to Friday): 6.30 am to 2.30 pm (2.00 pm Friday) or 11.30 am to 7.30 pm (7.00 pm Friday) – alternate weeks 8.00 am – 4.00 pm during school holiday periods
Weeks: 52 weeks per year
Location
Robertsbridge Community College
Knelle Road
Robertsbridge
East Sussex
TN32 5EA
Supporting documents
How to apply
Please note a signed copy of your application form will be required prior to interview.
Shortlisted candidates will be asked to bring appropriate identification with them to interview. For the purpose of DBS clearance, only copies of the successful applicant’s identification will be retained.
All candidates should provide two references. Permission should be sought prior to including any referee on your application form. Shortlisted candidates will have their references taken-up before any interview.