Caretaker

Qualifications

• Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools (desirable but not essential)
• Health and Safety courses or qualifications
• Relevant trade qualifications (desirable but not essential)
• Caretaking (or comparable role)
• Building maintenance
• Security, including alarm systems
• Cleaning work
• Some DIY such as decorating, carpentry or basic plumbing
• Working in a team
• Supervising a small team of staff
• Working with contractors

Skills & Knowledge

• Good knowledge of health and safety regulations (or a willingness to receive training)
• Ability to work flexibly, independently and as part of a team
• Competent DIY skills
• Ability to plan, organise and prioritise
• Basic ICT skills (email, word-processing etc)

Personal Qualities

• Commitment to promoting the ethos and values of the school
• Friendly and welcoming towards children and families
• Commitment to acting with integrity, honesty, loyalty and fairness to safeguard the assets, financial probity and reputation of the school
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
• Commitment to safeguarding and equality
• Embraces change well
• Deals with difficult situations effectively
• Able to work flexibly and out of school hours as required
• Excellent attendance record

Physical Requirements

• Be reasonably fit to carry out the duties of the job
• Able to carry out manual handling and lifting
• Able to carry out work at high levels using appropriate equipment

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