This casual site officer post covers Barking Abbey School and its partner, Eastbrook School, working across both campuses alongside the facilities team. The work centres on general maintenance and repairs, building security checks, caretaking and manual handling such as moving furniture and equipment. Hours are agreed with the school, up to seven hours a day on any day of the week between 06:00 and 22:00, which suits people fitting the role around other work. Visa sponsorship is not available, and the post requires a disclosure check.
What the job involves
- Perform general maintenance and repair tasks
- Ensure the security and upkeep of school buildings
- Conduct security checks
- Oversee cleaning
- Carry out caretaking duties
- Carry out manual handling, including moving furniture and equipment
- Keep school environments safe, well-maintained and comfortable for students, staff and visitors
- Work alongside other site officers and the facilities team across multiple campuses
- Comply with safeguarding policies and procedures
What’s required
Experience
- Relevant experience in general maintenance and facilities support
Skills & knowledge
- Good communication skills
- Good time management skills
- Passion for fixing things and maintaining buildings
- Self-motivated and driven
- Comfortable working in a busy environment and keeping active
Checks & eligibility
- Disclosure check (post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974)
- Online searches as part of due diligence checks
Other
- Committed, reliable and enthusiastic
- Leads by example to the highest professional standards
What’s offered
- Flexible hours of up to 7 a day between 06:00 and 22:00
- Supportive and encouraging staff teams
- Access to a wide range of CPD opportunities
- Walking distance to Upney tube and Barking mainline station
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
