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Maintenance Assistant (Multi-skilled) - Full time
About Gosfield School:
Established in 1929, Gosfield School is a prestigious independent co-educational day school catering to ages 2-18. Nestled within 110 acres of stunning grounds, our school boasts state-of-the-art facilities including an impressive sports hall, all-weather sports field, and performing arts center. At Gosfield, we offer a rich and relevant learning environment where pupils can excel academically and engage in a diverse range of extracurricular activities, fostering both academic and social growth.
Position Overview: We are currently seeking a dedicated School Maintenance Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience in caretaking or estate management and can work independently and collaboratively within a team environment. This is a full-time position, offering an exciting and challenging opportunity for the right individual to assist the Estates team to provide a safe, clean and secure environment in which children and staff can work effectively.
Key Responsibilities: Assist the Head of Operations in organising and supervising all matters related to the school's premises, including maintenance, security, and service management.
- Conduct handyperson duties and promptly report any defects to the building's fabric, undertaking minor repairs such as plumbing, light bulb replacement, and decorating.
- Perform routine site tasks including cleaning, grounds maintenance, litter collection, snow clearing, graffiti removal, and setting up/clearing for events and examinations.
- Collect deliveries and provide porterage services as required.
- Operate heating, cooling, and lighting systems, ensuring optimal functionality.
- Provide emergency response to the school site and act as a key holder, implementing security procedures for main buildings and sports facilities.
- Record and monitor school lettings, liaising with staff and external parties hiring school facilities as necessary.
- Conduct routine Health and Safety compliance checks and assist with grounds maintenance contractors working on site.
- Assist in setting up communal areas for assemblies, meetings, exams, and functions.
- Promote safe working practices and undergo relevant training as required.
- Perform any other reasonable duties as directed by Head of operations.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Previous experience in a similar caretaking or estates assistant role.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Excellent communication.
- Basic knowledge of health and safety.
- Willingness to undergo enhanced DBS certification.
Application Process:
Please download an application form from our website, www.gosfieldschool.org.uk and send with a covering letter in strictest confidence to sara.bowles@gosfieldschool.org.uk
Suitable applicants will be invited to attend our School for an interview. Some competency tasks may be set and there will be an opportunity to tour our school.
Interviews will be on a rolling basis, please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Gosfield School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the DBS.