Caretaker / Site Supervisor
The Heights Primary School
Reading
- £24,692 per year
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 22/04/25 or ASAP
- Apply by:
- 27 February 2025
Job overview
Start date: 22nd April 2025 or earlier if possible.
Starting salary from £24,692 dependent on experience
Working hours* – 07:00 - 10:30am & 2:30 - 5:30pm Monday to Friday
12:00 - 4:00pm Saturday or Sunday once a month
5 weeks paid leave during school holidays
Please note this we are open to discussing and exploring other options regarding this position, for example hours, times and responsibilities etc.
This is a developing post and the need to be flexible in working methods with the ability to multitask is essential.
We are looking for someone to have a deep sense of pride in our site to ensure Health and Safety, compliance, cleanliness and general upkeep is of a high standard.
The role will cover a wide range of tasks and will interact with many different people, so good organisational and interpersonal skills will be required. The successful applicant will work both independently and as part of the team and will on occasion work closely with contractors. They will help manage the site to ensure full compliance with health and safety statutory regulations. Tasks will include Water, Fire & Electrical testing, Utility management and general upkeep of grounds and building. They will be keyholders and responsible for unlocking and securing premises with alarms. In the event of an activation, they will be a point of contact with the alarm companies and may occasionally need to attend the premises.*
The role will include premises related administration including lettings, coordinating contractors and ensuring effective calendar management and scheduling. Accurate electronic records must be kept and shared appropriately and so proven use of Office software, including Excel is desired. Applicants will need to have a good basic level of DIY skills to help with the minor repairs and maintenance around the school.
Please note this role will have an element of physical activity and is likely to include lifting and occasionally working at height.
This is an exciting opportunity to take part in the further development of our school and applicants are encouraged to visit. We are a warm, child-centered environment and are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced and committed professional, valuing quality relationships between staff, children and families.
About The Heights Primary School
- The Heights Primary School
- 129 Upper Woodcote Road, Caversham, Reading
- Berkshire
- RG4 7LB
- United Kingdom
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