Job Description
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West Leigh Infant School invites applications for the role of Site Assistant to be responsible for the:
- opening and closing of the school
- preparing for and dealing with all aspects of facilities hire and use of the buildings by external parties during periods of hire
- the cleaning of areas used after hire and also to ensure the whole site is clean, safe and welcoming to pupils, staff and visitors
- the management of car parking and security of the site
- dealing with a range of hirers, parents and pupils
- undertake general repairs and maintenance around the premises,bothinside and out
- manage premises and grounds and demonstrate a sound knowledgeofhealth and safetyregulations and a willingness to attend trainingcourses as required
- demonstrate accurate record keeping skills
- a willingness to contribute ideas and solutions to problems
Also, to support the Site Managers in a range of premises and caretaking tasks, where necessary, with the ability to respond flexibly to changing priorities and changes in routine.
The Site Assistant will be expected to work within the guidelines of a range of policies, the ethos and aims of the schools, and to carry out any other reasonable duties as directed by the Senior Leadership Team, Business Manager and Site Manager.
Working times: Monday to Friday 6.00 a.m. - 10.00 a.m. plus ad hoc hours during the school year and school holidays and when extra hours are required on occasions to suit the school including cover for absence if necessary, as agreed by the Head teacher.
Previous experience within a school setting or of maintaining buildings is desirable but not essential.
Applicants are most welcome to visit the school. Please contact Mrs Alex Miller, Business Manager by phone 01702 476610 or e-mail to arrange an appointment - finance@westleigh-inf.southend.sch.uk
Job Description and Application details are available on our School website @ www.westleighinfants.co.uk or please contact the school for an application form.
This school is committed to safer recruitment in order to safeguard and promote the welfare of our pupils, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to the satisfactory clearance of an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service check, health check and references. West Leigh Infant School is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Information about the School
West Leigh Infant School is a large, popular infant school, located in the historic fishing village of Leigh-on-Sea. Our school is held in high esteem by our community, ten years ago we celebrated our centenary and there are strong links with local families.
'Together we aim high, work hard, have fun' - our school is a welcoming, friendly, caring school with happy, confident children who enjoy learning and achieving well. In addition, our pupils are fortunate to be able to walk to the sea, visit local churches and Belfairs Park as well as enjoying a wide range of coach and rail trips. We also benefit from an on-site swimming pool. We are a maintained school with a 4 form entry teaching children in the age range 4 - 7 years.