Premises Manager
OneSchool Global UK Newtown Campus
Newtown
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- Expired
- Salary:
- £20,800 FTE (£8,320 per annum actual)
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Required as soon as possible
- Apply by:
- 25 January 2021
Job overview
OneSchool Global UK is part of the OneSchool Global network, one of the most extensive and progressive networks of schools and educational support services in the world. With schools in 20 countries worldwide, our 9000 students are benefitting from the amazing results of global collaboration and cutting-edge educational methods such as Self-Directed Learning.
This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated individual to join the Newtown Campus on a part time (0.4 FTE 16 hours pw), permanent basis as a Premises Manager working 52 weeks per year.
Our schools offer achievement, opportunity and professional challenge to our students within a supportive environment. The students have a passion and desire to excel in learning. We are looking for conscientious and hard-working individuals who wish to maintain our environment to the highest standard. Our goal is to become a leading-edge school in every aspect.
Key Responsibilities;
- To provide for the efficient cleaning, maintenance, safety and security of the campus and the grounds
- To have day to day responsibility for the Health & Safety of the campus and all staff, students and visitors
- Apply all security procedures for the school building and grounds
- Apply for both routine access and egress, and non-routine opening and closing of the school buildings and grounds to include management of impact of inclement weather
- Ensure that the school premises and furnishings are cleaned in accordance to the standards agreed to ensure that the school and grounds are litter free
- Draw the attention of the campus or District Principal to any necessary repair or maintenance work that is beyond the competence of the premises staff
- In the commissioning of external contractors to ensure that due diligence is followed e.g procurement processes, health and safety certification, other relevant compliance documentation etc
- Direct and oversee contractors and workmen when onsite and undertaking repair or maintenance work and to check and inspect their work afterwards
- Follow Health & Safety and safeguarding procedures and ensure contractors do the same
- Maintain the Southalls Safety Cloud with records of all weekly, monthly and annual checks, work equipment checks, audits and risk assessments etc
- In liaison with Campus/District Principal ensure that staff are kept up to date with the necessary Health & Safety training to ensure compliance Eg; Fire Safety training
- Maintain a Fire Register log, for recording fire drills, testing alarms, fire escape routes, emergency lighting, fire appliances, including maintenance and service defaults on Southalls Safety Cloud
- Undertake necessary testing for emergency lock-down procedures
- Ensure that the heating plant operates economically and efficiently, together with the hot water system and any air conditioning system
- Be aware of, keep up to date and adhere to the Health & Safety, COSHH regulations and CLEAPSS
- Ensure that correct PPE is used and renewed/replaced when undertaking tasks which require its use
- Take appropriate action to prevent trespassers on the school grounds and record incidents of trespass or vandalism
- Prepare for after school activities and ensure that the accommodation is ready again afterwards for normal school use
- Inspect all drains and gullies to ensure that they are free flowing and clean and that any defects are reported
- Take delivery of supplies ordered by the school and store them or distribute as required
- Ensure that adequate supplies or janitorial materials are available and replenished for use
You will:
- Have experience of caretaking / general maintenance (Tradesperson background, experience or qualification would be desirable)
- Have a IOSH qualification (NEBOSH qualification is desirable)
- The ability and experience to undertake DIY tasks
- Have a flexible, pro-active approach with a positive attitude
- Good communication skills written/ verbal and good organisational skills
- Good level of skills and experience in using Microsoft packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc)
- A positive role model of professional practice and conduct of others
- Good working knowledge of heating, cooling, security and plant systems
- Working knowledge of Data Protection and Confidentiality
- Ideally be First Aid trained
- Willingness to undertake relevant training and identify own development needs
- Committed to ongoing CPD and Professional development (ie; Health & Safety training)
- Flexible approach and positive attitude towards work
- Punctual and reliable with the ability to adapt to changes in the workplace
- Knowledge, understanding and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion informed by practical experience and application
- Knowledge, understanding and commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students
- Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with students
- To perform such other duties as may be requested from time to time, commensurate with the role
- Uphold and promulgate the OneSchool Global UK ethos within all areas of responsibility
- Comply with and support the implementation of all OSG UK policies
- To adhere to Health & Safety Policies and ensure all tasks are carried out with due regard to Health and Safety
In return we offer:
- A competitive salary including a staff laptop
- Onsite parking
- Supportive staff and wider community who are committed to school improvement, who will work with you to achieve your goals
- Students who are enthusiastic and highly motivated with a love of learning
- Excellent premises and well-equipped classrooms providing a modern and technologically advanced learning environment for students
- The opportunity to enhance your educational experience with support for continued professional development
For further information relating to the Campus, or for more information about OneSchool Global UK please visit: http://www.oneschoolglobal.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
To request an application pack or if you have any questions about the role, please email recruitment@uk.oneschoolglobal.com
Closing date for applications: Midday on Monday 25th January 2021
Interview date: TBC
NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES
All campuses within OneSchool Global UK are committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.
We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the school. This is in line with statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education 2020 and The Education Act 2002, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment
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About OneSchool Global UK Newtown Campus
We are a small school on the border of Wales; a truly scenic and rural school.
Our school is not just about academic success but also about ensuring we develop and nurture students to become good people who have an awareness of the wider global context we live and work.
Our aim is to ensure that all students leaving the school have a set of qualifications that will open doors for them in the future and are prepared for the world of work and life in the future.
Our students are our biggest asset. They are willing to learn, open to new challenges, resilient, and their behaviour for learning is excellent. Students are taught national curriculum subjects and are offered extra-curricular opportunities as well.
The Campus has great facilities, cross-curricular ICT suite, a Learning Centre and individual laptops for students in Years 7-13. In addition to this, students benefit from a volleyball court, tennis courts and a football field. The campus has a dedicated science lab and excellent Primary facilities.
Why should I work at One School Global UK Newtown Campus?
- Newtown Campus is a place where we engender a culture of learning to learn through a self-directed approach to study.
- We are located in the beautiful Welsh countryside in a purpose-built building designed to facilitate student-centred teaching and learning.
- We are a small and friendly campus where everyone knows each other and works collaboratively towards joint goals.
- Team spirit is key to Newtown, we are looking for people to join our team who are flexible in their teaching approach and willing to try something new. Working at Newtown will provide you with new opportunities to teach across the age range from year 3 to 13.
- We are a forward thinking school who wholeheartedly embrace ICT as a tool to support positive learning outcomes. We employ many E- learning platforms and a variety of technology to enhance the learning experience of our students.
Focus Learning Trust was established as a registered charity in 2003 for the advancement of education, primarily providing leadership and support to its network of 23 UK, non-selective, independent schools which are registered as schools with a religious character, following the national curriculum.
We are part of the OneSchool Global network – one of the most extensive and progressive networks of schools and educational support services in the world. With schools in 20 countries worldwide, our 9000 students are benefiting from the amazing results of global collaboration and cutting-edge educational methods.
In April 2019, the entire OneSchool entity rebranded globally, hence our new look and our name change from Focus School to OneSchool Global UK. This better reflects our teaching and learning strategy and makes us truly one global school.
Campus Principal: Mrs Rebecca Midwinter
Number of Campus Staff: 13
Number of Students: 56
Vision & Values:
“A global education ecosystem that develops life-ready students who learn how to learn.”
In coming to this school each student, parent and staff member shall uphold the values of the School:
- Integrity - uprightness and honesty;
- Care and Compassion – kindness, consideration and generosity to the whole community;
- Respect – for all people, property, opinions and those in authority;
- Responsibility – for our actions, progress and the environment;
- Commitment – to self-discipline and the pursuit of excellence.
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