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Facilities Assistant (Site Manager)
Glenwood School, Benfleet
Permanent 30hrs p.w. / 52 weeks per year
Initial working pattern 7am to 1pm Monday to Friday. The post holder will need the flexibility to start earlier as and when required, and work afternoons for holiday cover as and when.
Salary range full time £18,672-£23,111 (pro rata £15,139 to £18,739)
Glenwood is a Special School for learners aged 3-19 all of whom have profound and multiple or severe learning difficulties.
We are looking to appoint someone who is: positive, hands on, hardworking, energetic, enthusiastic, self-motivated, reliable and well organised to join our team in our recently opened purpose built school. The person appointed will work closely with our Facilities Manager.
You will:
· Have experience of dealing with operational site issues in a school or building environment;
· Have experience of implementing Health and Safety policies in a working environment;
· Recognise the importance of your role in safeguarding the young people and be committed to doing everything you can to improve their experiences
· Be highly organised, ICT literate and have excellent communication and motivational skills to engage team members
· Be agreeable to a flexible working pattern: including split shifts, early and late shifts. Initial working pattern will be Monday to Friday 7am to 1pm
· Have a desire to progress within Facilities Management
· Have an aptitude in embracing new technology in both disciplines of Mechanical and Electrical engineering
· Deputise for the Facilities Manager in their absence
· Work as a member of the whole staff team to ensure that the young people are provided with a safe, clean and attractive learning environment which will enhance their achievement and enjoyment
· Embrace the school's ethos and be proud to be part of Glenwood