Caretaker

Edward Heneage Primary Academy is now recruiting for a Caretaker. This role could be your next career opportunity.

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About our Academy

At Edward Heneage our aim is to provide a world class education to ensure that all pupils leave us in Year 6 with the skills, confidence and self-belief to propel them into the next stage of their lives.

Our staff work tirelessly to provide a curriculum that is not only engaging and challenging, but offers a diverse range of learning opportunities and experiences. This is underpinned by a strong emphasis on the development of our pupils’ social, emotional, spiritual and moral values, which is intertwined throughout everyday learning.

We are immensely proud of our pupils who support each other and warmly welcome visitors into the academy. This supportive behaviour is exemplified within the culture of our singing school. Events within the wider community offer children the opportunity to develop their acting, dancing and sporting skills. As part of the David Ross Education Trust, our pupils also experience meeting and working with elite athletes, writers and musicians.

About the role

This is a key role within a DRET Academy to ensure that there is a safe and legal environment for all students, staff and visitors. The post holder will be primarily responsible for Site Management, Contractor Control, Statutory Testing, Health & Safety Management, Building Maintenance and Security and Asset Management. The post holder will work closely with the Principal and Senior Leadership Team to ensure a well maintained learning environment for our students.

To be responsible for all aspects of Site Management including a wide range of duties and responsibilities connected with the fabric and grounds of the Academy. This includes Security, Cleaning, monitoring Contracts and Contractors, Planned Maintenance (PPM) and minor repairs and refurbishments. You will advise the Academy Principal and Core Facilities & Estates teams on suggested improvements to the Academy environment; enhancing the productivity and efficiency of Site Management by balancing both risk levels and budgets.

Permanent, Full Time, 37 hours a week, 52 Weeks per year, Monday - Friday.

Salary & Benefits

NJC 08 FTE £22,777 per annum

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education

Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme

Rewards and Recognition Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for 

• Good numeracy, literacy and written and verbal communication skills
•  A willingness to undertake training, both self-nominated and prescribed by the Trust
• Ability to perform the physical tasks required by the role including lifting, carrying and pushing various equipment 
• Good, competent IT skills including the use of E-Mail, Microsoft/Google document suits and web based Asset Management systems.
• Good planning and negotiating skills
• Ability to gather information, analyse data and problem solve without direction
• Ability to prioritise and manage workflow whilst maintaining a flexible approach to respond to urgent requests
• Display a conscientious and logical approach to the variety of tasks necessary for the smooth running of the Academy
• Experience or skills in maintenance duties.
• Ability to understand and apply regulations such as health and safety, manual handling, COSHH, Legionella etc.
• The ability to operate electrical/mechanical systems
• Competent at basic building repairs and maintenance

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities. 

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing multi-academy trust in the country. Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 34 schools across the country, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas, our first All Through school and a special school which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please click on ‘apply here’.  

Please note we do not accept CVs without a completed application form.

 Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.