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Site Assistant and General Handyperson

Location - St Thomas More High School, Kenilworth Gardens, Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex, SS0 0BW

We are seeking to recruit a site assistant and general handyperson who will be able to work as part of the site team working to ensure the smooth running of the school site and that it is kept fit for purpose at all times.

The school's application form must be completed.

Please see the school's website for further details and an application form (www.st-thomasmore.southend.sch.uk) or telephone the school for details to be sent to you. Completed application forms should be returned to recruitment@st-thomasmore.southend.sch.uk .

Applications are welcome from individuals of all religions who support the Catholic ethos of our school.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Appointments made are subject to an Enhanced DBS clearance and safeguarding checks.

We reserve the right to call for interview and appoint prior to the closing date

Job Description -

Main purpose -

· Carry out first line repairs and maintenance which are not beyond the capability of the post holder

· Plumbing work eg repairing leaking pipes, replacing taps /washers etc

· Redecoration as appropriate

· Plastering work including repairing cracked /broken plaster making good damaged walls

· Mending broken fences and boundary repairs

· Drawing attention to the school business manager any repairs or maintenance required

· Carry out routine checks

Security -

· Lock and unlock the premises as required, including out of school hours when necessary

· Check at the end of the day that all windows, doors and gates are locked, lights switched off, and gas and electrical appliances are turned off

Health and safety -

· Ensure a safe working and learning environment in accordance with relevant legislation

· Carry out and record regular health and safety checks,

· Provide safe access to the school in cold weather conditions

Person specification -

Essential -

• Range of DIY skills such as electrical work, decorating, minor plumbing, and carpentry
• To work both as part of a team and independently
• Carry out manual handling
• Have a flexible approach
• Work outside of school hours
• Some weekend working for lettings

Desirable -

• Experience of working in a school
• Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding policies
• Experience of building maintenance
• Knowledge of health & safety regulations

Information about the School

The aim of the Trust is to provide the children in our care with the best possible education within a caring and supportive Catholic ethos.

We will support the spiritual, moral, social, cultural and physical development of each child, as well as maximising progress, achievement and attainment to ensure their intellectual growth and to fulfil their potential.

Our Schools are: • Holy Family Catholic Primary School, Benfleet • Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School, Leigh-on-Sea • Our Lady of Ransom Catholic Primary School, Rayleigh • Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Southend-on-sea • St Helen’s Catholic Primary School, Westcliff-on-sea • St George’s Catholic Primary School, Shoeburyness • St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Canvey Island • St Teresa’s Catholic Primary School, Rochford • St Thomas More High School, Westcliff-on-sea

We respect each pupil as a unique person with God given gifts, qualities and particular needs.

Appointments made are subject to an Enhanced DBS clearance and safeguarding checks.