Caretaker

Caretaker - THE SPIRE FEDERATION – East Wold C of E Primary School
G4 (Point 9 - 12) £23,893 - £25,119pa pro rata - Actual salary £2,903—£3,051pa
Monday-Friday 7am—8am (5hrs), 41 weeks of the year

Our dedicated staff provide learning opportunities that both challenge and support pupils.  We provide opportunities for children to explore topics and themes which promotes independent learning and fosters resilience, thus equipping pupils for the future.  Being a Church of England School, Christian Values underpin all areas of school life. Ours is a happy school, where the success of every child really matters.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Be responsible for the ordering of any site related materials required for the premises and secure storage thereof.
• Report to the Bursar all matters relating to the premises.
• Carry out caretaking duties as directed by the Bursar as outlined on the job description sheet e.g. minor repairs to the fabric of the building and/or equipment and any adhoc tasks that may be required e.g. building furniture/putting up shelves etc.
• Be a key holder for the school premises where necessary. To be responsible for the routine and non-routine (emergencies) opening and closing of the premises.
• Be responsible for the regular checking and testing of the fire alarm warning system sounders in line with Lincolnshire County Council guidance contained in the Health and Safety Policy, recording the event and issues arising. Checking heating, water and testing battery banks for emergency lights where relevant. Checking of and recording fire equipment checks. Regular checking and recording the condition and safety of tools and equipment I line with he Provision of Work Equipment Regulations. Reporting any failures to the Bursar.
• Ensure that all external areas, paths and drives remain free from litter and hazardous materials and that all drains and gullies are free flowing and clean as appropriate. To clear pathways of snow and apply salt when required keeping records of this action.
• Deal with lettings if and when required as agreed with the Bursar.

Further information is available from:

• The School Office, The Spire Federation (East Wold and North Cockerington C of E Primary Schools), Station Road, Legbourne, Louth, LN11 8LD
• Tel: 01507 610060,
• Email address; EWoffice@thespirefederation.co.uk.

An application form and job description can be downloaded from our website – www.east-wold.lincs.sch.uk

CLOSING DATE: 20th November 2024. Interviews TBC.
Please note only applicants selected for interview will receive a response.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Children Barred list, medical and reference checks. All pre-employment checks are in line with “Keeping Children Safe in Education”. Applicants may be subject to a social media presence check.  

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.