Pool Operations and Maintenance Assistant

Job Description

Pool Operations and Maintenance AssistantExeter, DevonExeter School is the leading co-educational day school in the South West, educating 920 pupils aged 7-18. Situated on a 25-acre site near the city centre, our strong links to the local community, well-established pastoral care systems and fantastic teaching enable us to challenge, inspire and deliver the very best learning to our pupils.We are looking for a Pool Operations and Maintenance Assistant to work on a full-time basis. The post holder will be accountable to the Operations Manager, but on a daily basis work will be directed by the Maintenance Supervisor. Training will be provided for pool maintenance duties and lifeguarding duties, but mechanical/electrical maintenance skills are essential.Your benefits will include:- A salary of £23,271 per annum- Fee benefits if your children attend the school- Access to our well-equipped gym and weights room- Use of our indoor swimming pool (which is extended to your family during the school holidays)- On-site parking- Free lunches during term timeIn general, the duties required of the post holder are to work as an individual and as a member of the Operations Team, assisting with:- Swimming pool operation and maintenance- Cleaning of the pool building and completing routine checks of the changing facilities- Lifeguarding duties- Holiday/absence cover for the Swimming Pool SupervisorThis is an important and very busy position within the School working closely with the Swimming Pool Supervisor and the rest of the Operations Team to ensure the day-to-day functioning of the swimming pool and the School.In addition, the Pool Operations and Maintenance Assistant will be required to:- Carry out mechanical/electrical maintenance, repairs and installations- Carry out general maintenance and repairs to the Schools equipment, fixtures and fitting in line with your technical ability and qualifications- Move furniture, equipment, and assist in room set ups when required- Handle day-to-day queries from staff and visitors- Provide evening and weekend cover for School functions where and when required- Provide the site security in or out of School hoursNormal hours of work are Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 17:00 (with one hour for lunch and 2 fifteen-minute breaks). The actual hours of start and finish will be flexible depending upon requirements. Additionally, you will provide evening and weekend cover for pool maintenance and School functions where and when required. The successful applicant should be committed to the aims of Exeter School, and be willing to show interest, initiative and motivation to contribute to the school community as a whole.This role is required as soon as possible. Therefore, interviews will be arranged as suitable applications are received.This post falls into the category of Regulated Activity. Exeter School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.To apply for the role of Pool Operations and Maintenance Assistant, please apply via the button shown.This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.Other organisations may call this role Maintenance Assistant, Pool Maintenance Assistant, Facilities Maintenance Assistant, Facilities Maintenance Technician, Pool Maintenance Technician, Site Maintenance Assistant, Junior Caretaker, or Facilities Technician.