Caretaker - College

We are seeking a caretaker to join the team who will be responsible for the care and upkeep of Abbey College Cambridge buildings and their grounds, including the main teaching buildings and the on-site and off-site Boarding accommodation. You will also provide assistance with other independent residences used by Abbey students. You will take pride in your work, helping to create a safe, enjoyable workplace and College.

Your duties and responsibilities will include the following:

You are responsible for making sure the buildings and grounds are in proper working order. This involves:

·      Daily building and grounds checks.

·      Undertaking general repairs, maintenance and improvement works, changing light bulbs, unblocking drains, heating changes, groundwork etc.

·      Regular touch-up painting of interior and exterior areas to make good ‘wear and tear’.

·      To carry out the weekly fire alarm tests and general H&S checks of fire exits, fire extinguishers and escape routes in each building and ensure all paperwork is completed.

·      Caretakers work alongside the Site Manager and Deputy Site Manager to ensure H&S regulations are adhered to across the site.

·      Setting up and clearing exams, assemblies and College events.

·      Storing equipment and supplies safely.

·      Maintaining a variety of records, including health and safety, fire safety and monitoring meter readings and fuel usage.

·      Delivering parcels and packages.

Please see attached Applicant Information Pack for full Job description

Essential Knowledge and Experience

·      Experience of carrying out minor building maintenance work, within the reasonable capacity of a normal handyperson

·      Ability to interpret technical information

·      Full UK driving licence

·      Experience of keeping records in a work setting

·      Basic computer literacy

·      Good verbal communication skills with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and contractors.

·      Demonstrates flexibility in approach to work and enjoys a varied routine as days can rarely be planned.

·      Practical and good with your hands, with the physical fitness to carry out such work.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Employee Assistance Programme 
• Group Personal Pension Plan, 7% employer contribution
• Discounted school fees
• Regular social events
• Season ticket Loans
• Eye Care
• Gym Scheme
• Workplace Nursery Scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme

Abbey DLD Colleges Ltd (ADC)

Abbey College Cambridge is a constituent college of Abbey DLD Colleges Ltd (ADC). ADC consists of three award-winning independent international colleges based in London, Cambridge, and Manchester. With over 1000 students from over 50 different countries, ADCL provides an outstanding global environment for students striving for top universities. We are committed to providing the best education for all students in our care, and our colleges have high aspirations and expectations for every member of our community.

Safeguarding

ADC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people and as an employee of ADC you will be expected to share this commitment. The protection of our students’ welfare is the responsibility of all staff and individuals are expected to conduct themselves in a way that reflects the principles of our organisation. All staff are trained in child protection and understand to report concerns by following the safeguarding policies. We ensure all candidates are properly police-checked, and the successful candidate will need to obtain an enhanced disclosure via the DBS.

Please refer to our Careers page on TES for full information on employing Ex-Offenders.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

How to Apply

Please read the attached Applicant Information Pack to access full details about the position. Please complete the application in full and include a detailed statement explaining why you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this position.