Job Description

General Duties

Carry out porterage duties, such as moving furniture and equipment around the
school

Maintain the general school premises, furniture and fittings, and report any
issues to the site manager

Carry out small repairs and DIY projects Adhere to all organizational policies and procedures Set up for school events i.e. Exams, Parents' Evenings, Open Events, Assemblies,
Entrance Exam, Careers Events etc.

Cleaning

Carry out daily cleaning and ad-hoc duties, such as litter picking and arranging
the disposal of waste

Carry out emergency cleaning duties, such as gritting and cleaning up spillages Take responsibility of the maintenance of cleaning tools and products, including
ensuring good stock levels

Security

Maintain the security of the school premises as one of the key holders Lock and unlock the premises as required, including out of school hours when
necessary

Check at the end of the day that all windows, doors and gates are locked, lights
switched off, and gas and electrical appliances are turned off

Set security alarm systems, report any potential security breaches, and respond to
any alarms or other call-outs following agreed procedures

Carry out regular checks of locks, security gates and perimeter fencing, and ensure
any necessary repairs are actioned

Advise the Site Manager on all matters relating to school security and safety
Health & Safety

Ensure a safe working and learning environment in accordance with legislation Provide safe access to the school in cold weather conditions
Responsibilities

Be committed to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare of children and
young people

Comply with the policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and
safety, security, confidentiality and data protection, and equal opportunities, and

report all concerns to an appropriate person

Take appropriate action to identify, evaluate and minimise any risks to health,
safety and security in the school working environment

Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school Establish constructive relationships and communication with all staff and other
agencies/professionals

Recognise own strengths and areas of expertise and use these to advise and support
others

Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development
as required

Ensure that cleaning staff carry out their duties professionally and effectively
Other

The above is only an outline of the tasks and responsibilities of the role. The post

holder will be required to work a shift pattern of early, mid and/or evenings shifts

ranging within the role. These will be mutually agreed with the successful candidate.

On a typical day the school site is open from 6.00am to 7.00pm though some

calendared events may go on later into the evening. The post holder will carry out any

other duties as may be reasonably required by their line manager. The job description

and person specification may be reviewed on an on-going basis in accordance with the

changing needs of the department and School. This job description and accompanying

documentation do not form part of the employment contract.

Find more information - School Caretaker, Trafford - Tes Jobs

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 25,583.00-25,989.00 per year

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person