Pinnacle Group is looking for an experienced School Caretaker / Superintendent to our Total Facilities Cleaning Team based at a Horsforth Primary School, Leeds, LS18. To ensure our buildings and facilities are well-maintained and secure.The overall aim of the role is to ensure that the internal and external school facilities are available, fully functional, H&S compliant and aesthetically pleasing.This is a Permanent Role of 37½ hours per week – Monday to Friday –7am until 3pm,with the addition of gaining overtime available to cover out-of-hours activities, holidays and sickness coverIf you take pride in maintaining high standards and creating safe, welcoming environments, we would love to hear from you.Who we arePinnacle Group is a leading UK private sector provider of housing and neighbourhood services, managing and maintaining communities where people live, learn, work and play.We're a people-first organisation with a values-driven culture that has remained consistent for thirty years, living through how we treat our employees and our customers.Who we're looking forWe're looking for someone who, alongside the key criteria below, will sign up to our values of Trust, Respect, Involve, Challenge and Deliver Excellence and will be determined to maintain the confidence of our clients and communities.Main Daily ActivitiesEnsure the security and integrity of the school buildings and grounds through locking and unlocking, patrols and monitoring third-party lettings.Conduct initial investigations into reactive requests relating to deficiencies, carrying out repairs and reporting/escalating to the Line ManagerCarry out day–to–day duties according to the daily schedule, i.e. litter picking, sweeping, spot cleaning toilets and refreshing hand towels and toilet paper.Carry out defined Planned Preventive Maintenance responsibilities in accordance with the school's schedule and the individual's skill baseLiaise with the Facilities Assistant daily to ensure that events/tasks are managed in an efficient and professional mannerReactive DutiesCarry out initial investigations into reactive requests made during the day and make temporary or permanent repairs or otherwise notify the helpdesk of the need to call in a service provider, in accordance with prescribed procedures and timescalesRespond to emergencies such as floods, bodily fluids and effecting temporary or permanent rectification in accordance with prescribed procedures and timescalesRespond to requests for the collection of parcels, movement of furniture, and rearrangement of rooms etc in accordance with prescribed procedures and timescalesBe observant for H&S issues and ensure that they are rectified or made safe and reported to managementGeneral DutiesWhere appropriate, provide access, escort, liaise with and assist contractors on siteCarry out minor repairs and decoration worksParticipate in cleaning/deep cleaning activities as and when requiredBeing proactive by noticing deficiencies in the facilities and either rectifying them if within capabilities or bringing the defect to the attention of managementAny other duties as assigned by management that relate to maintaining the facilities in a clean, functional and aesthetically pleasing stateAny other duties that the individual is suitably skilled or qualified to undertakeBe flexible in shift patterns to cover colleagues' absences due to sickness and annual leaveOverall line management of the Facilities Assistant and the on-site cleaning team.Fault reporting and updating the helpdesk promptlyOut of HoursBe available for lettings of the premises outside of normal hoursParticipate in providing an out-of-hours emergency call-out service in line with management instructionsMaintain communication in the event of any incidents to ensure the availability of school facilitiesSkills RequiredPrevious School Superintendent experience is desirableRange of general handyman skills such as minor plumbing, carpentry, and electricalGood communication skills in relation to managing relations with the school, external contractors and providers and reporting issues to the Line Manager.Ability to liaise with and assist external service providersSome IT knowledge is preferable to enable communication via email, completion of statutory documentation spreadsheets, and the use of smartphones/Tablets.The appointment to this role will be subject to completion of a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check with referencesOur offerThe more diverse our workforce, the better we can adapt to and reflect the needs of our customers.We welcome applications from all backgrounds – particularly from those who represent the communities we serve.As a colleague, you will become part of an inclusive culture where you will have the opportunity to achieve your full potential and enhance your career through learning and development.We offer a wide range of benefits at Pinnacle Group, depending on your role or business area. These range from additional leave packages to pension plans and discounts at your favourite retailersMaternity/paternity packagesFlexible Working ArrangementsLife AssuranceEnhanced Pension SchemeAdditional Annual LeavePrivate Medical InsuranceCycle to Work SchemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeRetail DiscountsChildcare AssistanceSeason Ticket LoansSick Pay SchemesPersonal Development PlansCompany Car/Car Allowance