Job Description

Great Walstead is a dynamic Independent Day School nestled in the glorious Sussex countryside


on a site of 250 acres, surrounded by fields and woodland. The School seeks to nurture academic


ability, kind character and a spirit of adventure in our pupils whose ages range from 2 to 13 years


old. The School believes that children are born creative, curious and imaginative.





We currently have a vacancy for a

Minibus Driver and Maintenance Assistant

Term Time Only (34 weeks) plus 6 Inset Days,


Monday to Friday, 6.45am - 12.45pm


To start as soon as possible

Competitive Salary, plus an extensive benefits package including a generous pension

contribution, death in service, use of the extensive grounds out of working hours, free

meals during term time, uniform, free staff parking and an employee assistance

programme.

Duties will include:


Collecting students from set points on a given route, dropping them at school Being responsible for the cleanliness and maintenance of all minibuses Supporting the maintenance team with various tasks around the school and
grounds



The successful candidate will:


Have held a full, clean driving licence for more than 3 years Have the ability to work with others as part of a team and to respond to
emergencies



Further details and an application form can be obtained at the School's website


https://www.greatwalstead.co.uk/about-us/employment-opportunities





Closing date for applications is Noon, Friday 15th August 2025

Applications will be considered as they are received and the school reserves the right to

appoint at any point during the application process.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all of our staff to share this


commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure via the DBS and to register


with the update service


Great Walstead is an Equal Opportunities Employer.


Data Handling - please refer to Great Walstead's Data Protection Policy and Privacy Notice which can be found on the


School's website







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Job Title:

Maintenance Assistant

Responsible to:

Premises Manager

Main Purpose of role

To provide a safe and reliable minibus service for the students journey to school in the morning. Also


to assist in the maintenance of the educational facilities of the school keeping them in a good general


state of repair. Ensuring that grounds and premises are clean, safe and welcoming. This includes a


wide range of duties connected with the fabric and grounds of the school.

Key Responsibilities

Minibus

Drive the minibus each morning on the route given by the Premises Manager to provide a
service into school for pupilsMaintain, clean and perform such tasks as needed to ensure all minibuses are safe and
roadworthy
Liaise with the Premises Manager regarding any problems relating to the minibuses To be the back up minibus driver in the event of staff shortages, taking students and staff to
events and functions

Deliveries/Post

Take deliveries of post, stores, materials and other goods as required Delivery of goods, materials, stock etc., to the respective areas of the school once the goods
(delivery notes) have been checked

Porterage

Setting up rooms for meetings, chapels, assemblies, events as required Assist with moving such items of school furniture/equipment as required Preparation of rooms for redecoration, relocations etc.

General Repairs

Assist the maintenance team to ensure the building and site are in good general state as
directed by the Premises Manager

Security

Challenge any unknown persons seen on site Assist to manage traffic flow and parking during peak periods, including school events

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Health and Safety

To ensure sound Health and Safety practices are being adhered to In the event of an emergency evacuation to sweep the designated area of the building to
ensure all personnel have evacuated.During the activation of the fire alarm assist in the identification of the cause of the activation
and report to the Lead Fire MarshallAssist maintaining a healthy environment for staff and pupils, clearing spillages etc. when
necessary.
Assist in the maintenance of the pool and to undertake the necessary training (if needed)

Other Duties

Participate in the cover arrangements for out of hours activities, in agreement with the
Premises Manager as required.
Occasionally provide cover at weekends for opening and closing of the school and facilities.
This cover will be remunerated in addition to the agreed salary package. Weekend rota to be


published annually and monitored by the Premises Manager.



The above activities are an indication of the nature of the work routine and is not an exhaustive list of


expectations

Person Specification

Selection

Criteria

Essential Desirable Assessment

Qualifications

Valid licence to drive in the UK D1 driving entitlement


Relevant Trade


qualification


3 points or less on DL


Application


form/certificates





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Experience

Previous employment in a general


maintenance role


Experience of working


in a school or


educational


environment.


Experience of providing


Home to School


services as a driver


Application


form/interview/


references

Knowledge

Health and Safety at work and manual


handling or a willingness to train


A sound working knowledge in general


maintenance


Understand safe


working practices and


health and safety


legislation


Application


form/ interview/


references/In


tray


exercise/testing

Skills

Good interpersonal and communication


and customer service skills.


Professional manner and approach.


Sound organisational, prioritising and


time management skills.


Ability to work on your own initiative


Electrical


Plumbing


Carpentry


General Building


Interview/


references/In


tray exercise

Personal

Qualities

Must be physically fit and be able to


work outside in all weather conditions.


Working at pace


Excellent attendance and punctuality.


Team player


Flexible, confident and polite attitude


Commitment to the values and ethos of


the School.


Willingness to undertake training


Understanding of the personal & shared


responsibility to safeguard children


Interview/


references

Special

Conditions

Uniform will be provided


PPE provided and must be worn


Some Weekend work will be required





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Terms and Conditions

Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and accountabilities of the post, each


individual task undertaken may not be identified.




Employees will be expected to comply with any reasonable request from the Operations Manager or


Maintenance Supervisor to undertake work of a similar level that is not specified in this job description.




This job description is current at the date shown but following consultation with you, may be changed


by the Operations Manager/HR to reflect or anticipate changes in the job which are commensurate with


the salary and job title.

Safeguarding responsibilities:

This role will involve daily contact with pupils and you will be engaging in regulated activity
relevant to children


All staff and volunteers have a responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of
children and young persons for who you are responsible and with whom you come into contact.