Stonegate, Wadhurst (On-Site)
Permanent, Part time
£24,404 - £24,790 per annum pro rata
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Job introduction
About the role
Stonegate CEP School is set in a beautiful rural location. We are looking for a dedicated Caretaker, 6hrs per week to help keep our wonderful village school looking its best.
Responsibilities:
- Maintaining clean, safe and secure school premises, which includes buildings and grounds
- Carrying out handy person activities, routine maintenance and refurbishment, porterage, and minor repairs
- Maintain the general school premises, furniture and fittings, and reporting any issues to the School Bursar and Headteacher
- Maintain the security of the school premises as one of main key holders.
- Lock and unlock the premises as required, including out of school hours when necessary;
- Set Security alarm systems, report any potential security breaches, and respond to any alarm call outs following agreed procedures
- Carry out regular checks of alarm systems, locks, fire safety appliances, security gates and perimeter fencing, and ensure any necessary repairs are actioned
- Advise Headteacher & School Bursar all matters relating to school security and safety. Ensure a safe working and learning environment in accordance with relevant legislation
- Carry out and record regular health and safety checks, including legionella risk, play equipment, safety equipment, and any hazards on school premises, report any issues to School Bursar or Headteacher
Requirements:
- Previous caretaking experience within a school environment is desirable - although training via ESCC will be given
- Previous experience of building maintenance / basic DIY and an understanding of health & safety regulations will be useful
- Good interpersonal skills to protect the school's interests in dealing with contractors and other visitors to the site
- Good literacy and numeracy skills
- Must be willing to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check prior to commencing work.
We warmly welcome visits to our school, please contact the School Office by email: office@stonegate.e-sussex.sch.uk to book an appointment.
For more information or to apply, contact Tamsin Heard at office@stonegate.e-sussex.sch.uk or telephone 01580 200415.
Deadline: 30 May 2025
Working pattern: Part-time
(As the position is term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)
Please note, we do not accept CVs.
Additional information
Additional Information
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.
Data provided as part of a job application will be processed in line with the privacy notice for job applicants.
DBS
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure and Barring Services. For further information about what is required in this process please go to gov.uk disclosure and barring service . Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.
All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.
Work Permits
We may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System. Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.
If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role.
Reasonable adjustments
If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.
Reasonable adjustments include things like an offline application form. If you would like to discuss your requirements further, please get in touch.
Equal Opportunities
East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.