Head Janitor - Peebles High School - SBO10261

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in your community? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where teamwork and innovation are valued? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Scottish Borders Council is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team and help us serve our community with excellence.

We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• “Earn & Learn” by providing training, qualifications, and certifications.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the organisation.
• A supportive work culture that values diversity, teamwork, and work-life balance.
• A chance to make a difference in your community and leave a lasting impact on future generations.

If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career where you can make a meaningful difference every day, we want to hear from you! Join us at Scottish Borders Council and be part of a team that's shaping the future of our community. Apply today!

Job Purpose

As the Head Janitor, you will maintain school cleanliness and safety, including portering and minor repairs. Additionally, you will be responsible for ensuring building and ground security. Your role is crucial in maintaining a positive environment for staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and ensuring the safety of all areas of the school.
• Acting as a key holder for the buildings and attending emergency call outs as required.
• Assisting with student supervision at morning interval and lunchtime, and influencing positive student behaviour.
• Assisting in the preparation of and staffing school activities and evening lets.
• Working alongside your team with supervisory responsibility.
• Working with your team with budgetary responsibility.

Requirements

• Have general education.
• Have experience working with various groups, including individuals in their early stages of development and the public.
• Have previous janitorial/caretaker experience including head or sole janitor experience.
• Have experience of supervising staff.
• Be committed to maintaining and improving standards and becoming involved in the life of the school.
• Have good practical and organisational skills and be able to work on own initiative.
• Have good IT, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be willing to work outside normal hours.

Equality Opportunity

Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.

Scottish Borders Council is committed to providing support for Armed Forces Veterans. Showing its commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, the Council guarantees an interview to veterans who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.