Job Description
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Organisation: Leicestershire County Council
Work Location: Oakfield Short Stay School - 1 position across our provisions across Leicestershire
Salary:£26,832 - £28,146 per annum (pro rata for part-time) (Pay Award Pending)
Working Hours: 37 hrs per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 28th May 2026
Interview Date(s): TBC
About the Role
Oakfield Short Stay School is Leicestershires provision for school aged children who have been permanently excluded or are at risk of permanent exclusion from school. We have expanded the age range of Oakfield School and as a result we are recruiting staff, therefore, you will be part of a vital team in an exciting period of development, working with us to meet the needs of children and young people between the ages of 5 and 16 who struggle to manage in mainstream and need a different offer of education to secure their successful next steps.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and Inspire: May be required to manage a team of cleaning staff, undertaking maintenance, repairs and cleaning of the building and grounds
* Collaborate with Agencies: To undertake a long term programme of general maintenance, work as agreed with the Site Manager to ensure that the school is maintained in a state of good repair on a cost effective basis in accordance with the Schools Development Plan.
* Accountability: To undertake minor repairs and maintenance on an as and when necessary basis to enable the school to be maintained in a state of good repair and lessons and other activities to proceed with minimum disruption
* Promote Inclusion: Demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, ensuring all pupils and staff members feel valued and supported.
What We Offer
* Unique Learning Environment: Experience a diverse and dynamic workplace where every day is different.
* Professional Development: Access opportunities for professional growth and bespoke training.
* Supportive Team: Join a highly skilled and supportive team of practitioners.
* Make a Difference: Play a crucial role in transforming the lives of young people.
* Flexibility: Options for part-time or full-time work to suit your lifestyle.
About You
To apply for this post, you must be / have:
* Good level of literacy and numeracy.
* Experience in Craft skills, e.g. plumber, electrician and decorating or previous experience in a caretaking role including repairs and maintenance.
* An ability to undertake risk assessments in relation to premises function.
* Experience liaising with external contractors including negotiating prices for small jobs.
* An understanding of Health & Safety and security issues.
* Ability to undertake a range of basic repairs and maintenance tasks related to equipment and materials etc used in design classrooms.
An enhanced with barred list DBS check is required for this post.
Reasonable Adjustments
Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer.
Flexible Working
We are open to discussions about flexible working, which may include part time working, job sharing, term-time working, flexible start and finish times, and hybrid working, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.
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