At a Glance
- Tasks: Keep our school safe and secure while ensuring everything runs smoothly.
- Company: Join a leading independent school focused on student wellbeing and character development.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive environment, and opportunities for skill development.
- Other info: Dynamic role with potential for growth until August 2027.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in a vibrant school community while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in building trades and a full UK driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 27632 £ per year.
Location: Huddersfield Grammar, Luck Lane, Huddersfield, HD1 4QX
Hours: 40 Hours per Week
Salary: Up to £27,632
Contract: Fixed Term Contract (Until August 2027) - Full Time
About the School - Huddersfield Grammar
We are a highly successful independent school in Yorkshire, providing a future-facing curriculum for the next generation of leaders. Our academic results are exceptional, with a focus on pupil wellbeing and character development at the heart of all we do. Set in beautiful grounds, we provide children from ages 3-16 a caring, supportive environment in which to learn.
About the role
A Maintenance Operative (Caretaker) is required to assist in the provision of a day-to-day maintenance function, to ensure the smooth running of the Huddersfield Grammar Schools' operations. Ensuring the school buildings and grounds are kept clean, safe and secure, in accordance with the operational needs of the school and any regulatory requirements.
What you will be doing
- Opening the school site and buildings in accordance with agreed schedules.
- Locking and securing all buildings, gates and access points at the end of the school day.
- Setting and unsetting intruder alarms and reporting any faults or security concerns.
- Conducting routine security and safety checks of the premises.
- Responding to alarm activations and emergency situations, where required.
- Supporting school events, lettings and other activities that require access outside normal operating hours.
- Ensuring the school site remains safe, secure and compliant with relevant procedures at all times.
What you'll bring
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
Essential
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Building trade experience e.g. plumbing, electrics, decorating
- A practical hands-on approach
- Good communication skills
- Knowledge of building trade skills and/or ground maintenance
- Ability to work as part of a team and on your own initiative
- Ability to work with enthusiasm and motivation without direct supervision or when part of a team
- Effective time management
- Ability to work under pressure
Desirable
- IWFM Level 2
- IOSH Level 2
- First Aid at Work
- Fire Marshall
- Health and safety certification
- Experience working in an educational environment
- Professionalism in your approach to work and tasks set
How to Apply
Complete this application before the closing date. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
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