School Maintenance Manager/Caretaker

Howe Green House & Little Oaks Nursery is committed to the protection and safety of its pupils and follows safer recruitment practice. If called for interview you will need to bring your driving licence, passport or other photographic ID and original examination documents or certificates for verification. The interview will also assess your suitability to work with children and will include questions relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

As an equal rights employer we are committed to make any necessary reasonable adjustments to the job role and the working environment that would enable access for any employee who develops a disabling condition. However, it should be noted that physical abilities including those required for the lifting and carrying of equipment and goods, bending, and the ability to climb ladders are unavoidable essential requirements for this post. These are core elements of the role and, as such, may not be capable of adjustment for persons with disabilities that affect capabilities in these activities.

Personal qualities

• Cheerful with a ‘can do’ attitude;
• responsible, honest and reliable;
• the ability to remain calm in an emergency, for example if there is a break-in or fire;
• have excellent verbal communication skills to deal with staff, parents, visitors and children in a positive manner;
• be reasonably fit.

Skills

• practical with good DIY skills especially carpentry;
• understand safe working practices and health and safety legislation;
• be able to interpret technical information;
• be well-organised and capable of prioritising own work;
• be happy to work alone or as part of a team;
• be flexible and enjoy a varied routine - days can rarely be planned and the ability to deal with sudden changes whilst maintaining a good sense of humour is essential.

Essential

• be prepared to work longer hours when the need arises.