North East Learning Trust and Hermitage Academy are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Caretaker. The successful candidate will work alongside the Facilities Manager to maintain our school site and provide a welcoming and safe environment for the whole school community.
You will work with the facilities team to support the maintenance and cleaning and of the school site, duties will include, routine testing, maintenance, ordering necessary supplies and stocks, handyperson activities, opening and securing the school as appropriate.
Our vision is simple and is shared by all schools across the North East Learning Trust family. It is that every child experience excellence every day. Our primary aim is for each young person to be both courageous and caring, resilient and determined as they strive for excellence.
The successful candidate will:
- Be a hands-on individual
- Have some understanding of the needs of a school.
- Practical knowledge of basic maintenance tasks.
- The ability to undertake moving and handling of physical objects.
- Be flexible in their approach and work well as part of the team.
- Have ideas and a good sense of humour.
We are committed to:
- A vibrant learning community with enthusiastic and engaging children.
- A positive and caring ethos.
- An excellent learning environment and resources.
- A team of hardworking, dedicated and friendly staff where everyone is valued.
We can offer:
- Opportunity to undertake a professional qualification in Facilities Management.
- National Terms and Conditions of Employment (NJC Green Book).
- Local Government Pension Scheme.
- 31 days annual leave entitlement, plus public holidays.
- An opportunity to negotiate the number of working weeks in the year.
- Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential advice and
counselling service 24/7 365 days per year.
Deadline:
Closing date: 4th October 2021 at 3pm
Shortlisting will take place week commencing 4th October 2021. Interviews will take place week commencing 4th October 2021.
How to apply:
Application packs can be downloaded from the website.
Application forms should be completed demonstrating how you meet the criteria of the post and returned to Samantha.lish@hermitageacademy.co.uk or by post to Samantha Lish, Hermitage Academy, Waldrige Lane, Chester-le-Street, DH2 3AD