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Our Mission:
Our mission is to create alternative provision where learning is individualised, unstoppable and aspirations have no limit enabling our children and young people to flourish no matter what their starting points are and irrespective of need. Everyone at MIAG takes collective responsibility for the successes across the organisation and we will work together to bring about the best possible outcomes for all children & young people across our provisions. We will ensure that there is equity of experience, an opportunity for all children and young people, no matter which provision they attend.
Provisions within MIAG will ensure that all children and young people whatever their educational needs receive an appropriate education through an individualised broad and balanced curriculum that is relevant and differentiated but demonstrates coherence and progression in learning and evidence-based.
We believe in inclusion, diversity, and equity. We will apply these principles to ensure that aspirations inspire all children and young people to succeed at the individual level in an environment we have created to be person Operations.
Job Purpose:
The Caretaker will ensure that MIAG’s premises, grounds, and facilities are safe, secure, clean, and well-maintained, supporting a positive and safe learning environment. In addition to site management duties, the postholder will contribute to learner engagement by supporting individual and small groups of learners with SEMH needs on practical projects and qualification-focused activities, under the direction of teaching and support staff. This role is predominantly based at our site in Brislington, Bristol, BS4 5RG, on occasions you may be required to support maintenance programmes at other provisions across the South-West.
Key Responsibilities:
Site and Premises Management
1. Maintain the security of buildings and grounds, including opening and closing procedures, alarm systems, and key management
2. Carry out routine inspections of the site and report defects, hazards, or maintenance issues promptly
3. Undertake minor repairs, basic maintenance, and DIY tasks as appropriate
4. Monitor contractors on site, ensuring compliance with MIAG policies and health and safety requirements
5. Ensure outdoor areas are safe, tidy, and fit for purpose
Health & Safety and Compliance
6. Support the implementation of MIAG’s Health & Safety policy and procedures
7. Maintain awareness of COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) requirements and ensure safe storage, handling, and use of substances
8. Contribute to risk assessments, including site-specific and activity-based assessments
9. Ensure fire safety procedures are followed, including checks of fire exits, alarms, and equipment
10. Maintain records relating to health and safety, maintenance, and compliance as required
Cleaning and Facilities Support
11. Be responsible for the cleanliness of the indoor spaces across the site and ensure that the management of contractors adheres to policies and procedures
12. Ensure classrooms, communal areas, toilets, and external areas meet expected standards of cleanliness and safety
13. Support room set-up and layout for learning activities, meetings, and events
Learner Support and Engagement (SEMH Focus)
14. Work alongside teaching and support staff to support individual learners and small groups with SEMH needs on practical, vocational, and project-based activities
15. Assist with small-scale projects (e.g. maintenance, gardening, refurbishment, construction, or environmental projects) that contribute to accredited or qualification-focused learning
16. Model positive behaviour, promote MIAG’s values, and support learners to develop practical skills, teamwork, and resilience
17. Follow safeguarding, behaviour, and risk management procedures when working with learners
Safeguarding and Professional Responsibilities
18. Adhere to MIAG’s safeguarding, child protection, and behaviour policies at all times
19. Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality
20. Participate in training, supervision, and performance management processes
21. Work flexibly to meet the needs of the provision
For Further information please look at the supporting document attached.
Safeguarding Statement
MIAG (Meeting Individual Aspirations & Goals) Limited, known as ‘MIAG’ for the purposes of this Safeguarding Statement undertake to protect children and young people who receive our services from harm.
This statement will provide staff and volunteers, as well as children and young people and their families, with the overarching principles that guide our approach to child protection and safeguarding.
This policy applies to anyone working on behalf of MIAG Limited, including senior managers, and the Management Board, paid staff, volunteers, sessional workers, agency staff or students.