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About the Role:
The School Porter plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of Westonbirt School. This position encompasses a wide range of porter duties, supporting both the delivery of the academic timetable and the successful execution of school events across the campus.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Provide general porter services to maintain the efficient running of school operations.
2. Assist the maintenance team in ensuring the campus remains safe, functional, and well-presented.
3. Undertake general portage duties, including moving furniture and equipment.
4. Assist the maintenance team with basic handy work/ DIY.
5. Be responsible for chopping wood, preparing, lighting and clearing fireplaces during the winter months.
6. Assisting with the supervision of visiting contractors as required.
7. To perform a variety of tasks associated with the maintenance of a safe, clean and hygienic environment.
8. Assist the Compliance Officer with cyclic testing.
9. Any other duties requested by the Operations Manager.
Hours, Salary & Benefits:
Hours: We are open to applications for either a full time or part time roles, year round. The department covers the operational hours of the business from 7am to 10pm. Weekend working will be required in line with the requirements of the business.
Salary: £12.60 per hour / £24,570.00 (FTE)
Benefits:
10. 5% employer pension
11. Shopping discount card
12. Means tested staff discount
13. Complimentary lunch, where possible
14. Pro rota holiday + bank holidays pa
15. Access to the group's counselling scheme
16. Access to fully funded apprenticeships
17. Discretionary Christmas stand down
18. On site parking
19. Personal accident at work cover
Person Specification:
20. Be polite, professional and friendly at all times with pupils and staff.
21. Be able work as part of a team. Have the ability to respect and value the different experiences, ideas and backgrounds of others.
22. Be prepared to assist colleagues in a willing and positive manner including assisting with other reasonable duties as required.
23. Be flexible, reliable, punctual and trustworthy.
24. To have the ability to manage their own time effectively, to prioritise work and use their initiative.
25. Having a driving licenseis desirable
Please read the attached candidate pack for full job description.
Safeguarding Statement
Westonbirt School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.