Premises & Caretaking Operative

Founded in 1918, Bickley Park School is an IAPS Independent co-educational day school for children aged 2 ½ to 13, with over 300 pupils on roll. The school is situated in London's greenest London Borough, on the fringes of Kent and with excellent train links to central London. The Pre-Preparatory and Preparatory sites are located three hundred metres apart on Page Heath Lane in Bromley

Bickley Park School is seeking to recruit a Premises & Caretaking Operative to play a key role in the effective management, maintenance, and upkeep of the school site and to ensure a safe, clean, comfortable, and compliant environment for all staff, pupils, and visitors.

The role is full-time working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, exact hours to be discussed and agreed with The Estates Manager, to meet the needs of the School (the school site is typically open between 7.00am and 7.00pm).There will occasionally be some additional out of hours work (evenings/weekends) with an allowance paid. Start and finish times will be discussed and agreed at interview.

Previous experience in a premises maintenance or facilities management role, preferably in a school, education or leisure establishment would be beneficial. Candidates will also need to possess a clean driving licence. Further details including the responsibilities and skills for the role can be found in the job description.

To apply, please complete the online application form, CVs cannot be accepted.

Closing date: 9am 03 January 2025. Interviews TBC

Applications will be considered as they are received, so early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview early applicants should a suitable candidate apply.

Bickley Park School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Bickley Park School an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. We are proud of our diversity and inclusive culture in our workplace.