Caretaker

We are looking for a Caretaker to join our support team at Amesbury Archer Primary School which is part of the Magna Learning Partnership.  The post is for 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday working 44 weeks per year.  The postholder will need to be flexible around working patterns, due to the key duties of the post and hours will be discussed at interview. 

Main duties will include site security, dealing with out of hours emergencies (which would be paid as overtime), undertaking health and safety checks, undertaking routine maintenance and repairs, liaising with contractors, supervising the cleaning team, undertaking cleaning as required and maintaining stocks of cleaning supplies.  The postholder will also oversee the deep clean of the school during the summer holidays and would be required to work two weeks of the summer holidays plus 3 additional weeks spread over the remaining school holidays.

We are looking for someone who is positive, has a “can do” attitude, has relevant skills to undertake general maintenance (decorating, gardening, basic plumbing etc) and wants to ensure our pupils have the best environment to learn.

The postholder will need to use emails and IT software for monitoring repairs and statutory checks.  

If you would like to know more about the post please contact Mary Andrews, Business Manager on 01980 625944.  Applicants would also be very welcome to arrange a visit to the school.  Application forms and an information pack are available from our website www.amesburyarcher.wilts.sch.uk or by contacting the school.