Caretaker

Caretaker

Grade 4 - £25,584 to £27,711.

Required: ASAP.

Temporary until 31 August 2025 in the first instance and will be subject to review.

Forge Valley School is an 11-18 Academy sponsored by Tapton School Academy Trust. We are an Ofsted “Good” school with the ambition and capacity to improve further. The school serves over 1500 pupils and since the school’s reputation goes from strength to strength, the number of pupils at Forge Valley School is expected to rise further.

Our key strength is our staff who are committed to ensuring all pupils become the best they can be. Although we work as a team, we recognise each member of staff as an individual and offer bespoke CPD and support. Above all, we are a team that enjoys working here at Forge Valley School; who are supportive, approachable and ambitious for each other and ourselves. 

We are seeking to appoint a Caretaker on a temporary contract. The successful candidate will join our site management team to provide an efficient and effective caretaking, maintenance and site management service to meet the needs of all users of the school premises.

Site management operates on a shift- based system. Previous caretaking experience would be a distinct advantage.

We can offer you:

·        the opportunity for professional growth

·        first class continuing professional development opportunities

·        a modern, £27 million, state of the art working environment

·        access to an on-site gym which is free to staff members

·        Support from an experienced and committed Leadership Team and Governing Body who are committed to staff wellbeing and reduction in workload

Forge Valley is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Candidates are strongly encouraged to familiarise themselves with Forge Valley School Safeguarding procedures - Forge Valley School - Safeguarding

For further information or to visit the school, please contact: -

Lorna Jennings – PA to Headteacher

Forge Valley School, Wood Lane, Sheffield, S6 5HG

Telephone: 0114 234 8805         

Email: applications@forgevalley.sheffield.sch.uk

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Closing date: 26 January 2025

Shortlisting: 27 January 2025

Interviews: w/c 27 January 2025