Premises Manager

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 Lancaster Campus on a part time (0.6FTE 3 days per week) permanent basis as a Premises Manager working term time only. 

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;

• Assist in the maintenance of the school as a learning environment including providing on-site IT support under the instruction of the central IT team 
• Assist in routine and non-routine opening and closing of the school buildings and grounds 
• Ensure that the schools’ premises and furnishings are cleaned in accordance to the standards agreed by the School by overseeing the work of our cleaning contractors. 
• Carry our minor or temporary repairs, as agreed 
• Draw the attention to the Health and Safety Officer to any necessary repair or maintenance work that is beyond the competence of the premises staff 
• Direct contractors and workmen to repair the maintenance jobs and inspect their work afterwards- Follow Health and Safety procedures 
• Work with the Health and Safety Officer to maintain a Fire Register log, for recording fire drills, testing alarms, fire escape routes, emergency lighting, fire appliances, including maintenance and service defaults 
• Ensure that the heating plant operates economically and efficiently, together with the hot water system 
• Carry out frost precaution procedures 
• Order cleaning materials within a prescribed budget 
• Be aware of Health and Safety and COSHH regulations and work with the Health and Safety Officer in ensuring the school confirms to all Health and Safety standards and requirements 
• Carry our emergency procedures in the event of a fire, flood, break in, accident or minor damage 
• Provide for emergency access to the school when necessary 
• 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 
• Ensure that all play areas and paths are litter free 
• Inspect all drains and gullies to ensure that they are free flowing and clean and that any defects are reports 
• Take delivery of supplies ordered by the school and store them 

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
• Experience of using ICT – either for work or domestically and have the ability to solve ICT related problems
• Good communication skills written/ verbal and good organisational skills 
• 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) 
• 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 
• Contribute to, share in and promote the wider and longer-term vision of OSG UK and OneSchool Global 
• 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 Friday 11th December 2020  

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