Assistant Caretaker

Assistant Caretaker - Based at Grantham and Spalding Wellspring Academies 

Salary£24,027.00 - £25,183.00 Annually (FTE) Grade 3, Points 6-9, working 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year  

We value our people and supportive working at all levels is central to our culture. High quality induction training and ongoing professional development is guaranteed.

The role will support Wellspring’s Lincolnshire Academies based in Grantham and also to support our Spalding site.

This role is full-time, 37 hours per week, to be worked between the hours of 7:00 am and 7:00 pm (to be discussed with manager at interview).

We are interested in hearing from people who:

• Are self-motivated, customer-focused and efficient.
• Enjoy working as part of an inclusive team.
• Understand the importance of completing work to a very high standard.
• Have a commitment to supporting the work of passionate education leaders.
• Take great pride in the work for which they are responsible.
• Are experienced in a facilities management.
• Have a strong understanding of maintenance systems and compliance.

Wellspring is in a period of growth and requires a site operative who is capable of supporting the compliance of a variety of sites, ensuring that the best possible environment is provided for staff and students.

Whilst experience in a similar role would be an advantage, for the right candidate willing to commit to the post long term, we are prepared to invest in a significant level of training.

If you have any queries regarding the post or the application, please contact Keith Beedie (Regional Estates Manager East) on 07983 666870 or k.beedie@wellspringacademies.org.uk.

HOW TO APPLY

Please complete our online application form on the below link. CV’s will not be accepted.

If you need any support with the application process, please let us know by emailing hr@wellspringacademies.org.uk or calling 01226 720747.

To apply, please visit the following link: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/935528982/EDV-2024-WATOE-61706

Closing date: Thursday 5th December 2024 at 9 am.

Wellspring Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks. As this role involves working with children in regulated activity, please note that it is an offence to apply for the role if barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.

References will be requested and an online search carried out for shortlisted candidates, prior to attendance at interview. Further pre-employment checks, including prohibition from teaching, childcare disqualification and section 128 checks, if deemed relevant for the role, will be completed for the successful candidate upon acceptance of the post.

We are committed to equal opportunities and to promoting diversity. We want our people to reflect the diversity of our communities, and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, especially from under-represented groups, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.

If you are currently living overseas or have lived / worked overseas in the last five years please be aware that you will be required to provide an overseas criminal records check from the country/countries you have resided in, if you are the preferred candidate for the post.

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.

All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.