Overview
Are you looking for a new and exciting opportunity? Do you have a genuine desire to create something extraordinary for the children in our care? Preston Primary School is on the outskirts of Eaglescliffe with an outstanding reputation. We are a one form entry school with additional bases for children with complex educational needs.
Responsibilities
* Maintain and improve the school estate to a high standard
* Fix, clean, unblock, paint, mow and carry out related maintenance tasks
* Lead and manage a team of cleaners
* Liaise with the school office manager to ensure the best possible school environment
Requirements and What We Offer
* The post requires a strong work ethic and a sense of pride in the school environment
* Whole-time role (52 weeks per year) with 32 days’ leave entitlement to be taken when schools are closed
* Not open to job share
* Safeguarding commitment to the welfare of children
* DBS clearance (certificate of disclosure) and pre-employment checks
This position is linked to Lingfield Education Trust’s Recruitment & Selection Policy; please note that CVs are not accepted – the full application form must be completed and information on CVs will not be considered for short-listing purposes.
How to Apply
Please read the job description and complete an application form, found on the school webpage at: https://www.prestonprimary.co.uk/vacancies/
Applications should be returned to the school by post or emailed to enquiries@prestonprimary.co.uk
Dates and Process
* Closing date: Monday 29th September – 9am 2025
* Shortlisting date: Monday 29th September
* Interview date: Friday 3rd October 2025
* Start date: 3rd November or as soon as possible thereafter
If you are not contacted by Monday 6th October, please assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.
Additional Information
This post is not open to job share. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Further details are available from Mrs. Sue Richardson, Headteacher, or Mrs. Fran Brown, Administrator. Please call 01642 784735 for an informal discussion.
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