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** PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT RE-APPLY **
Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting & interviews may occur ahead of the closing date. The vacancy will be closed early if an appointment is made.
This vacancy may be a great opportunity for someone who has taken early retirement and is looking for a part-time job.
The continuing expansion of Somers Heath Primary School means that an exciting opportunity has arisen for a joint Site Manager. We need you to play a vital part in the next phase for our school. If you have the skills and previous experience this may be for you.
Somers Heath Primary School is looking for a motivated, experienced, enthusiastic and caring person to join our Site Management Team on a part-time basis as soon as possible.
Pay Scale: Thurrock Band 4 based on experience.
Hours: 20 hours per week/52 weeks per year.(Holidays to be taken during school holiday periods.)
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate: ·
- A firm commitment to the school and its ethos
- A flexible approach to their work and ability to work independently
- Strong DIY and handyman skills, e.g. decorating, carpentry, plumbing
- Good communication skills, as you will be liaising with contractors, tradesman as well as students and staff.
Duties will include general repairs and maintenance, locking and unlocking premises, general security, porterage, DIY, record keeping, etc. A full job description is attached to this advert.
Ideally, you will possess an awareness of COSHH, Safe Manual Handling practices and Health & Safety and have prior experience of working within a similar setting. (Although, this is not essential.)
Full driving licence and use of your own car is essential as you may be required to attend the school outside of normal working hours.
Working hours: 4 hours per day. (Times to be agreed)
In return, we can offer you:
- the support of our SLT, staff and governors
- delightful children who are well behaved
- professional development opportunities
- a well-resourced school where everyone is valued
Visits to the school are strongly encouraged and warmly welcomed. Please contact Paul Smith, our School Business Manager on 01708 853397 to arrange to come and see us.
The school's Governing Body are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful person will undergo pre-employment checks which include references, right to work in UK, DBS checks and a declaration that neither they nor anyone they live with is a disqualified person under the Childcare Regulations.
Information about the School
Visits to the school are both positively encouraged and warmly welcomed. Also, you are very welcome to have an informal, confidential discussion with Martin Curtis, our Headteacher about this vacancy. Please contact our school office on 01708 853397 or admin.shps@catrust.org.uk to arrange these. We are proud of our children and our facilities and confident that you will want to work here.
This is an exciting time to join our school. Over the past few years Somers Heath has expanded to provide two classes across all years, joined Catalyst Academies Trust and appointed a new Headteacher. We hope you would like to be part of our aim to provide outstanding education for all children.
Somers Heath is situated close to the M25 and A13 road links, near The Dartford Crossing and Lakeside Shopping Centre.
Catalyst Academies Trust are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. We expect all our staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be made a conditional offer subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical check, and references. Applicants will also be required to complete a 'Disqualification by Association' declaration.