Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity? Do you take pride in all that you do?
We seek to appoint a Caretaker to be responsible for the provision of looking after and maintaining our school grounds.
WHY CHOOSE US
Would you like to work at a school that is accommodated in striking Grade II listed buildings on Edge Hill, on a spacious green site in a conservation area?
WE OFFER:
The opportunity of working within a supportive, friendly environment in this well run and respected school.
Good opportunities for personal and career development.
Pension Scheme.
Access to a pool and gym within walking distance of Wimbledon Common and Village.
THE RIGHT CANDIDATE:
Demonstrate previous experience and ‘DIY skills’ to identify, monitor and carry out minor repairs, maintenance and redecoration.
Demonstrate knowledge of moving and handling procedures and be physically able to carry out the physical tasks of the role (e.g. lifting, shifting, clearing snow etc).
Demonstrate knowledge of Health & Safety and hygiene procedures and precautions.
Awareness of COSHH regulations, applying knowledge gained as appropriate.
Demonstrate good communication skills that allow effective communication with all levels of school staff, governors, pupils, contractors and outside users of the school (hirers).
Duties include ‘porterage’, cleaning, pool checks and minor repair work, ensuring buildings are safe and secured. The school covers a large site, including a swimming pool, and there are a number of external lettings. This will be a key role in our evening and weekend lettings provision, hours may be subject to change to meet the needs of the school.
If you are reliable, punctual, hardworking, patient, flexible and have a genuine desire to work as part of a team we would like to hear from you.
Potential candidates for this role are warmly invited to visit the school or to contact the Site Supervisor for an informal conversation.
35 hours per week / 52 weeks per year
5 days a week shifts including Saturday & Sunday* (*alternate weekend shift rota + absence cover)
5 weeks annual leave
Wimbledon College is lucky to be extremely well connected by transport links, with excellent provision by national rail (to Wimbledon, Wimbledon Chase, or Raynes Park), tube (to Wimbledon), Tram (to Wimbledon or Dundonald Road), Busses (including 57, 131, 200, 93 and many more). Wimbledon College run a cycle to work scheme and we have plenty of cycle parking available.
Wimbledon College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. The successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check