LEYBOURNE
SS PETER AND PAUL
CE PRIMARY ACADEMY

Caretaker - Part-Time
Tenax Pay Scale 4
Start Date: To be agreed
Application Closing Date 11th October 2024

Our previous permanent Caretaker had to retire due to ill health and we are therefore seeking to appoint a permanent replacement for him, starting as soon as possible.  The post involves a range of duties covering security, heating, lighting, porterage, minor repairs and maintenance.   Working hours will be 7:00am to 12:00 daily (25 hours per week).

Our caretaker is responsible for, opening the school and conducting a daily site walk.  Health and Safety, this includes liasing with our School Business manager and the H&S Officer of the Tenax Schools Trust; as well as completing relevant checks.   General maintenance and Liaison with external contractors, is also part of the role.

The following skills and knowledge would be desirable: COSHH, fire safety, asbestos management, water management - Legionella, health & safety at work, manual handling, working at heights, first aid.  Training is provided if required.

If you are hard working and conscientious, flexible and friendly, with an enjoyment of working in a busy school setting and a commitment to the environment you work in, we can offer you an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to our beautiful school site.  We would love to hear from candidate who would enjoy working wiht a friendly and committed team of adults and lovely children, to maintain and develop our extensive grounds and buildings.

For more information please contact the School Office on 01732 842002 or email office@leybourne.school.  We will then be able to send you an applicant pack.