What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and skilled person to join the Loxwood team. The Premises Manager is responsible to the Headteacher and Business Manager for the general safety, maintenance and upkeep of the school premises and grounds, and for providing a safe, secure, clean, and happy environment for all children, staff and visitors. We are looking for a dedicated individual who will be a proactive member of the school community. Flexibility and commitment are essential characteristics of the role, in addition to demonstrating common sense and initiative at all times.
The job description and person specification shown in this pack will give you a good indication of who we are looking for, including the skills and experience that would make for our ideal candidate. I would be delighted to receive an application from you if, upon consideration, you feel that this role and Loxwood may be right for you.
What the school offers its staff
Why Work at Loxwood?
At Loxwood, we place great value on the enthusiasm, energy, and passion that our staff bring to their roles. We understand that well-supported, happy staff significantly enhance the educational experience for our students. We achieve this by offering you:
• A job that is different every day.
• Numerous opportunities for training and development.
• Friendly and welcoming staff.
• An allocated desk and work space.
• We are an inclusive and supportive school who understands that our employees have commitments beyond work. We have a generous approach, through discussions with your line manager, to flexible working, annual leave, compassionate leave and supporting our staff in times of difficulty. Your wellbeing is of utmost importance to us!
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.