School Premises Officer / Caretaker - Lewisham
A small federation of primary schools in Lewisham are looking for a School Premises Officer / Caretaker to join them on a full time, permanent basis.
This is an important role, in which you will have many duties including Security, Maintenance, Porterage, Heating/Ventilation/Plant, Playground Cleaning/Gardening and Safety.
You do not need to have experience as a School Premises Officer / Caretaker, however you must have the transferrable skills, especially practical skills and experience given this is such a hands-on role!
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Job Spec - School Premises Officer / Caretaker
General maintenance and upkeep of premises including buildings, fixtures, fittings and furniture.
Carry out minor repairs under own initiative or ordering any major repair work in agreement with the Headteacher
Using specific skills or expertise where possible. This includes carpentry, electrical and plumbing repairs within own capability and in line with agreed health and safety procedures and guidelines.
Opening & locking of gates, doors and windows
Ensure the playground and site are litter and debris and hazard free at all times.
Dustbin/Recycling bin management
Taking responsibility for supplies of fuel and water
Checking and replace lamps, tubes etc. in light fittings or arrange for this to be done by contractors as necessary.
Organise the maintenance of school grounds including grass cutting, shrubbery pruning and weeding of flower beds and containers using contractors as required.
Clearing ice and snow to give access to and exit from site.
£34,770 per annum
Full time, Year round (This position is not term time only unlike teachers)
35 working hours per week (7 hours a day with an hour break)
Based in Lewisham
Parking available on sitePerson Spec - School Premises Officer / Caretaker
Training and experience in at least one or more of the following; general maintenance, plumbing, electrical/building maintenance, heating systems, grounds work.
Experience and expertise with DIY
Fit and able to carry out manual handling and physical duties
Able to work independently without direction, as well as within a teamIf you're interested in this School Premises Officer / Caretaker position in Lewisham, please apply today.
If shortlisted, you will be contacted within 24hrs to discuss your application, experience and the role & school in further details before progressing to interview.
School Premises Officer / Caretaker - Lewisham