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Mobile Maintenance Team Member

Mobile Maintenance Team Member

Barnes Wallis Academy

Lincolnshire

  • £24,294 per year
  • Expired
Salary:
Salary of NJC 7 £24,294 per annum (pay review pending); Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
20 August 2024

Job overview

We are looking for a new member to join our Maintenance team - based in Lincolnshire with travel to/from our Academies in Leicestershire and Lincolnshire. This role could be your next career opportunity.

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About the role

With guaranteed working and regular hours, 31 days annual leave (plus statutory holidays), a generous pension scheme, occupational sick pay scheme, paid travel expenses and a great team to work with, you will provide support to our schools for their refurbishment and maintenance projects plus caretaking cover.

There will be travel to academies within the region and your role will include routine maintenance, refurbishment, painting and decorating, small projects and minor repairs. The team also provides caretaking cover to any academy that may need assistance.

The role is 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year and is a permanent position.

Salary & Benefits

  • Salary of NJC 7 £24,294 per annum (pay review pending)
  • Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
  • 31 days annual leave plus statutory holidays
  • Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
  • Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
  • Awards and Recognition Scheme
  • Flexible working patterns
  • Benefits Platform
  • discounts on car leasing
  • holiday discounts
  • cinema tickets
  • restaurant booking discounts
  • Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

  • Significant experience of skills in a trade
  • The ability to understand and apply regulations such as health and safety, manual handling. COSHH, Asbestos and Legionella etc.
  • Full, clean driving licence
  • The ability to operate and understand electrical/mechanical systems
  • Competent at basic building repairs and maintenance
  • Good painting and decorating experience
  • Ability to perform the physical tasks required by the post including lifting, carrying and pushing various equipment
  • Ability to manage own time effectively and demonstrate initiative including establishing priorities
  • Ability to prioritise and manage workflow whilst maintaining a flexible approach to respond to urgent requests
  • Display a conscientious and logical approach to the variety of tasks necessary for the smooth running of each Academy
  • Ability to adapt to changing and conflicting demands
  • Ability to be flexible and work as part of a team or individually as required
  • Ability to adhere to the Trust's policies and procedures and most importantly the child protection policy and all health and safety related policies
  • Ability to comply with Health and Safety regulations to ensure that all duties are carried out safely

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 35 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please click "here".

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.

THIS ROLE IS ELIGIBLE FOR THE TALENT REFERRAL PROGRAMME AWARD – DRET INTERNAL COLLEAGUES ONLY.

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About Barnes Wallis Academy

+44 1526 342379

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The Barnes Wallis Academy is a mixed, mainstream, state secondary school located in Tattershall, Lincolnshire.  It caters to students aged 11 to 16 and has a growing roll with approximately 470 students currently. 

The Barnes Wallis Academy was founded in 1954 and was previously named Gartree Community School.  It began as a foundation school administered by Lincolnshire County Council and converted to academy status on 1st September 2014.  The school is now sponsored by the David Ross Education Trust but continues to coordinate with Lincolnshire County Councils for admissions.  In 2017 the Academy gained a “good” rating from Ofsted with personal development, behaviour and welfare being graded outstanding.

Executive principal 

James Scarrott 

Vision and values 

The Barnes Wallis Academy aims to provide a curriculum that excites learners and meets their intellectual needs.  Teachers strive to produce students who are resilient, confident and healthy, with the ability and desire to make the world a better place.  Every student is encouraged to positively contribute to the wider community. 

The Academy implements policies that respect an individual’s well-being and dignity, provide opportunities for success and acknowledge good efforts as well as personal achievement.  The school’s ethos is "Educational excellence for the community" and it aims to broaden horizons. 

The staff and students are proud to be an integral part of the local community and are actively involved in local events.  The Academy has a culture of celebration of achievement and places a high emphasis on the well-being of its students and their pastoral care.

English, maths and science are emphasised in the curriculum.  Humanities, arts, languages, technology and vocational qualifications are also available.  Vocational qualifications include BTEC Sport, BTEC Child’s Play, Learning and Development and BTEC Performing Arts. The curriculum also addresses global issues, the environment and economic awareness.

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