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We are seeking a proactive and resourceful individual to join our team of Estates Operatives, responsible for supporting day-to-day operations at The Portsmouth Grammar School.
Job Title: Estates Operative
Location: Portsmouth
Salary: £26,129
Job type: Permanent, Full Time (38hrs/week worked across 4 days, Sunday to Wednesday)
The Portsmouth Grammar School is a leading co-educational school located in the heart of historic Portsmouth.
The Role
Working as part of a team, support the successful day-to-day operations of the School including security of the site, support to our busy and varied events programme and the creation of a safe and welcoming environment for our community and for visitors. There is a team of six Estates Operatives, working three shift patterns all year round. Two operatives work 5 days Monday to Friday from 3pm to 10pm. Two operatives work a 4 day early shift Wednesday to Saturday or Sunday to Wednesday from 5.30am to 3.30pm. Two operatives work a 4 day shift Wednesday to Saturday or Sunday to Wednesday from 8am to 6pm. The vacancy we are looking to recruit into is the 4 day shift pattern working Sunday to Wednesday from 8am to 6pm (10hrs per day to include a 30 minute unpaid lunch break totaling 38hrs per week).
Main Responsibilities
* To provide secure and safe access for pupils, parents, visitors and contractors, challenging any unauthorised personnel
* Direct traffic on our sites and guide visitors who arrive by car to appropriate on-site parking spaces
* Monitor and operate, under guidance, the Fire and Security systems
* Cover the unlocking or locking of school premises (an early or late shift specific task) as required
* Set up, clear away, and re-set areas as required for internal and external events
* Arrange and/or carry out the movement of furniture and equipment within the site
* Assist in the maintenance and upkeep of school grounds
* Operate and use machinery, equipment and hazardous substances as required by the role, whilst observing Health and Safety regulations and wearing protective equipment and clothing, as required
* Undertake regular compliance checks of school assets
* Unload and distribute deliveries
* Report site defects, as required
* Attend, and complete online as required, all Safeguarding and essential staff training as required by the school
* Develop positive relationships with lettings users to provide timely assistance
* Conduct regular security checks and patrols, including monitoring pedestrian access and egress points
* To ensure the safeguarding of pupils
The Ideal Candidate
* A good standard of spoken and written English
* Experience working in a customer or service focused environment as part of a team
* Excellent teamworking skills
* Good communication skills
* A good standard of IT literacy and a willingness to use school email system
* Knowledge of Health and Safety and Safeguarding (training will be provided)
* Ability to carry loads in accordance with manual handling regulations
* Ability to direct traffic on site
* Resourcefulness, with the ability to prioritise workload and work flexibly to support the team
* Willingness to undertake all necessary safeguarding and other staff training
* A driving licence is desirable, but not essential, for ease of transport across two sites
Benefits
* Free two course lunch during school term times, where staff work a full day
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Portsmouth Grammar School, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment