Job Description

Maintenance/Caretaker - Secondary School in Roehampton, South West London

Job Type:

Full-Time and Permanent

Pay:

From 28,568.00 per year

Start Date:

ASAP
This job involves supporting the Facilities Manager in maintaining the school premises through tasks such as repairs, cleaning, security, and setting up for events.

It also includes responsibilities like key and alarm management, liaising with contractors, driving the school minibus, and responding to emergencies, all while ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.

The duties and responsibilities of the Maintenance Staff are analogous to the General Duties and Responsibilities under the NJC Conditions of Service.

Key areas of responsibility include:

Under the direction of the Facilities Manager, to carry out such tasks to aid the maintenance of the school buildings, equipment, stores etc. including painting, decorating, cleaning, sweeping, repairing and any other necessary task. Where applicable and as directed, to unlock and open or lock and secure the school buildings including the security alarms at times reasonably directed by the Facilities Manager. To report and refer any observed safety hazards in any areas within the school campus to the Facilities Manager and to be aware of and act in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1984 and other such legislation. To ensure the safe custody of all the keys and codes for which responsible. Where applicable, dealing with established outside contractors for services both on emergency and routine matters within specific agreements laid down by the Facilities Manager. To ensure that all maintenance equipment is fully serviceable and kept in good working condition as directed by the Facilities Manager. To maintain any records of repair work outstanding, allocation of tasks, fire practice records and any other records etc. As directed by the Facilities Manager. To provide additional assistance as reasonably directed by the Facilities Manager. These tasks could include the setting out of halls and rooms for assemblies, functions or meetings, vehicle maintenance, carpentry, gardening, general labouring assistance and the provision of event security. Drive the minibuses to transport pupils in accordance with rules and regulations of the highway code and following the school's minibus policy. To undertake training where required and as the Bursar may deem fit.

Other duties may include:

If contacted by the Police, Central Station or Member of Staff on an alarm or security matter, to attend the school during silent hours and to take appropriate action, keeping the Facilities Manager informed at all times. To assist with the maintenance and cleaning of the swimming pool in order to ensure that the correct conditions are maintained. To be aware at all times of the vital importance of school security and to act immediately on any breaches or likely risks to staff, pupils and members of the public who are on school premises legitimately.

Hours of Work

During term time a total of 8 hours per day including unpaid refreshment breaks totalling one hour

(7 hours per day, 35 hours per week)

, between the hours of

05:00 and 22:30

, as directed by the Facilities Manager. During half term and the holidays, a similar number of hours per day, between

07:00 and 17:00 hours

, as directed by the Facilities Manager. Extra hours, including weekends, may be worked by mutual agreement with the Facilities Manager. Weekend work is an enhanced rate.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 28,568.00 per year

Benefits:

Canteen Company car Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Free parking On-site gym On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Roehampton SW15: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Working in a School, College or University setting: 1 year (required) Maintenance: 1 year (required) Site management: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

Enhanced DBS Certificate (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Site Manager