Residential Caretaker
Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.
Location: Farnham, Surrey
Salary: Competitive, and benchmarked across the sector
Hours : Full time, permanent
The Role
The School is seeking a highly motivated caretaker who will provide security and portering services to all areas of the School. The caretaker will help to maintain the School premises, limit the possibility of damage or loss of property and minimise risks to the health and safety of those using the School site.
Please note that this role requires the successful candidate to live on site and will be expected to perform some duties outside of regular hours.
Key Responsibilities
Primary key holder and security of the School grounds and buildings
Some driving required, for example driving mini buses for school trips or picking up supplies
Ensure buildings and site are secure and unlocked/locked on a timely basis
Liaising with the Events Manager in managing access for lettings activities
Maintaining infrastructure for access during extreme weather
To be able to deal with emergency services when the situation arises
Part of the on-call team on a rota basis
Providing a porter service to ensure rooms are set ready for school activities.
Take delivery and dispatch goods and materials
Maintain a clean and tidy site
Other responsibilities:
Direct external contractors where necessary, ensuring all relevant health and safety measures are carried out and contractors are accompanied in line with the Schools Safeguarding policy
Conduct regular site inspections and undertake minor repairs where necessary. This includes but is not limited to, painting, carpentry, plumbing and glazing
Assist in health and safety compliance checks including but not limited to legionella, fire safety, outdoor play equipment, swimming pool
Carry out emergency cleaning
Manage parking for School events
Help manage the fleet of school mini buses,
Report any faults or damage to the Estates team in a timely manner
To undertake any other duties which, from time to time, may be necessary
Skills and Qualifications
Essential:
Basic level of education including literacy and numeracy
Full UK driving licence
Knowledge of Health & Safety practices
A reliable and effective team player who works collaboratively and effectively with others
Good communication skills (both written and oral)
Committed to excellence in customer service provision
Willingness to undertake further training and learn new skills
Hold a positive and strong can do attitude; able to take the initiative when necessary; enthusiastic and willing to contribute
Self-motivated, with the ability to work under pressure, prioritise own workload to meet changing and conflicting deadlines
Desirable:
Experience in schools or residential environments
Benefits
Competitive contributory occupational pension schemes
Death in service benefit up to the age of 70 (if not already included in occupational pension scheme)
Cash Health Plan currently provided by +Medicash
Payment for eye tests for users of visual display screen
Equipment, and a contribution currently amounting to £50 to the cost of any corrective eye wear (normally claimable once every 3 years)
Personal Accident insurance
Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
Membership of the Charterhouse School Sports Centre
Membership of the Charterhouse Schools 9-hole golf course at a reduced subscription
Participation in a Cycle to Work scheme (subject to eligibility)
Salary sacrifice on electric vehicles (subject to eligibility)
Lunches, during your normal working day when available
Free on-site parking
Invitations to school productions and concerts throughout the year
Continuing professional development as part of their talent management programme
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable School, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.
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