Caretaker Level 3

We are currently looking to appoint a Caretaker to be responsible for maintenance, security and facilities management services on school sites and premises.

Main purpose of the job

Under the guidance of appropriate senior staff, be responsible for maintenance, security and facilities management services on school sites and premises and provide specialist support in a specific resource area. 

To manage cleaning and/or site staff and ensure cleaning is in accordance with specification

To be responsible for the day to day management of the estates repairs and maintenance issues and associated system’

To undertake and maintain the cleanliness and physical appearance/environment of the designated cleaning area – inside and out, including maintenance of swimming pool and other specialist sports equipment following specialist training, where applicable

To be responsible Key holder and ensure security of the premises, grounds and it’s contents including monitoring CCTV or surveillance equipment where appropriate.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:
• a commitment to the ethos of Pioneer House and its values and aims
• promote and maintain a culture of high expectations for self and others
• Enthusiasm, energy and flexibility

We are committed to ensuring ongoing training and personalised development for all staff.  We offer a wide range of other benefits to staff including: excellent pension schemes (Teachers Pension for Teaching Staff, Greater Manchester Pension Fund for support staff).  We also have a strong focus on staff wellbeing, providing support for healthcare costs plus access to counselling and 24-hour telephone healthcare advice through the BUPA Health Cash Plan.

Application Procedure:

Only applications submitted on the school’s application form will be considered.

CVs will not be accepted.  No telephone calls or emails from agencies please.

Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.

Closing Date Wednesday 21st October 2020.  Interview dates will be determined as soon as suitable candidates have been identified.  Interviews will  take place as soon as possible, via video call,  link information will be provided.

Further details are available from the school’s website www.pioneerhousehighschool.net

Completed application forms should be sent to jobs@prospere.org.uk

About Us

Pioneer House High School, part of Prospere Learning Trust,  is a school with a unique focus in preparing pupils from age 11 to become independent and productive young adults. Our pupils, all of whom have severe learning difficulties.  Through our engaging applied learning curriculum focus, carefully structured programmes and highly effective teachers Pioneer House provides an outstanding and stimulating educational experience for every student. The rapid growth of this innovative school will offer the post holders ample opportunities for skill development and progression over the next few years through training and support.

Prospere Learning Trust is a strong Multi-Academy Trust with a growing number of Secondary and Special schools that provide excellent opportunities for all students based on our commitment to academic rigour and exceptional opportunities for the young people within our academies.

All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks. The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here. We have a policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders and it is available upon request. This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable.

The Prospere Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check.  We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.