School Caretaker

Job Description

Site ManagerImperial Professionals are delighted to announce that we are working in partnership with a education provider who are recruiting for a Site Manager on a Temporary On-going basis.Salary: Depending on ExperienceContract Type: Temporary - On GoingLocation: BlythHours: 37 hrs per weekJob PurposeThe post holder is responsible for ensuring that the academy is well-maintained, safe, and secure site for all users. The Site Manager will ensure high standards of site supervision and effective use of resources to enhance the learning environment for studentsand staffResponsibilities:Supervise the Site team and meet regularly with the Business Manager to ensure effective communication within the teamDistribute tasks within the Site team according to skill level and availabilityCheck site regularly (at least weekly) for any potential Health and Safety issues, taking corrective action where necessaryKeep accurate records for Fire Safety checksKeep accurate records of Water safety checksComplete risk assessments in relation to any concerns on site and take any corrective actions where necessaryUndertake any other site related Health and Safety work as requiredMaintain and manage a schedule of works to ensure that the site is kept operational. Prioritise work as appropriateEnsure accurate records are kept of all work carried out and liaise with Business Manager or Principal over prioritising work to be doneManage the academy minibus procedures and ensuring that all checks have been undertakenBe mindful of best value at all times and discuss funding issues with the Finance Director of the TrustEnsure that all works are carried out within the confines of allocated budgetsMonitor and check energy and water consumption to ensure efficiencyEnsure all contractors visiting the site are fully inducted on health and safety procedures, relevant risk assessments and provided with asbestos registerMonitor cleanliness of site, internal and external, and ensure standards of cleanliness are metMoving of academy furniture as required with due to regard to current Health and Safety and Listing and Handling regulationsManage all site related issues in the case of an emergency or site closureEnsure that site is made accessible as quickly and efficiently as possible with minimum disruption to staff and studentsProvide support for the site management and cleaning team where staffing shortages arise as neededLiaison with the Fire and Rescue Services in the event of a fire or emergency evacuationCarrying out security procedures for academy buildings and groundsOpening and closing of the academy premises including gates, doors, windows, fire exits etc. for the purpose of the academy use, lettings, functions, maintenance and emergency servicesRegularly checking the proper operation of alarms and fire equipment, ensuring emergency exits are not obscuredComplying with instructions from the Principal concerning letting procedures and carrying out as per letting agreementTo give assistance to the hirer of the facilities hired. To ensure the functions are conducted in an orderly manner and the behaviour of the hirer is not detrimental to the site or facilitiesTo ensure that where appropriate, the requirements of the licensing justices are met during any lettingsCarry out as required any necessary cleaning of areas within the letting agreementCheck and control system functions, regularly check heating system, with due regard to appropriate safety requirements, report all defects to qualified heating engineerMaintain cleanliness and general tidiness of all external areasEmpty litter bins on a daily basis, clean and clear all drains and gullies to ensure effectiveness and healthy operationInspect outside fabric of the academy, report and repair defects as appropriate. Inspect all fences, gates, walls, steps, lights etc. Remove graffiti etc.Carry out minor repairs to academy equipmentCarry out minor works in order to improve the siteAttend appropriate training courses as requiredTo comply with the academies child safeguarding procedures, including regular liaison with the designated child safeguarding person over any safeguarding issues or concernsTo always comply with the academys policies and proceduresUndertake other reasonable duties (with competence and experience) as requested, in accordance with the changing needs of the organisationRequirements: Undergo appropriate checks - Must hold Enhanced DBS with Child Barring To adhere to GDPR and Data Protection Regulations, whilst maintaining confidentialityFor more information on this opportunity please feel free to contact Aidan Antoniou at Imperial Professionals. Due to the high volume of applications that we receive we may not be able to respond to every application, however, if you do not get a responsewithin 7 days, please consider your application for this opportunity unsuccessful but we will keep your details on file for other opportunities.