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Working Hours: Term Time:1:15 PM - 6:15 PM School Holidays:8:00 AM - 1:00 PM (25 hours per week)
Starting Salary:£16,750 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays andgenerous Local Government Pension Scheme
We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and conscientiousAssistant Caretakerto join our site team. The successful candidate will support the Site Manager in ensuring the school premises are maintained to a high standard of cleanliness, safety, and security.
Key responsibilities include:
Acting as a keyholder and undertaking security procedures
Performing routine maintenance and minor repairs
Cleaning designated areas and supporting site hygiene
Assisting with deliveries and porterage
Supporting emergency procedures and site safety protocols
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
Experience in cleaning and basic maintenance tasks
A proactive and flexible approach to work
The ability to work independently and as part of a team
A commitment to health and safety and safeguarding procedures
Good communication and organisational skills
We Offer
Access to a comprehensive wellbeing support service, including:
Unlimited counselling
24/7 GP access
Physiotherapy services
Opportunities for professional development and training
A supportive and inclusive working environment
Lexden Springs is an inspiring school where no two days are ever the same (but a smile is always guaranteed!) which caters for pupils aged 3 - 19 who have a variety of severe learning difficulties, including some with autism and/or challenging behaviour and some with serious medical conditions
Lexden Springs School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of the Safer Recruitment process the successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability status.