Core responsibilities:

• Ensure that buildings, site and resources are secure and safe, including during out of school hours and take remedial action if required

• Act as the designated key holder for the school premises and to attend to any out of hours emergencies.

• Operate and regularly check systems such as heating, cooling, lighting and security (including CCTV and alarms)

• Undertake minor repairs (i.e. not requiring qualified craftsperson) and maintenance of the buildings and site and cleaning duties

• Where appropriate, undertake redecoration of spaces in line with an ongoing programme of works and arrange for specialist contractors where required 

• To manage the school heating system

• Arrange regular maintenance and safety checks and arrange emergency repairs

• Oversee onsite maintenance contractors, checking that work is completed to required standards and within required timescales

• Monitor stock and order supplies, restocking facilities as required

• Undertake general portage duties, including moving furniture and equipment within the school

• Perform duties in line with health and safety and COSHH regulations and take action where hazards are identified, report serious hazards to line manager immediately

• Participate in procurement of supplies and services, including arranging multiple quotes where necessary to ensure best service and value for money.  

• Undertake regular health and safety checks of buildings, grounds, fixtures and fittings, (including compliance with fire safety regulations) and equipment, in line with other schedules.

• Monitor the work of and manage cleaning and other site staff and participate in cleaning duties as necessary including deep cleaning and carpet cleaning during school holidays

• Work with Senior Leaders to complete risk assessments and ensure compliance within the school with all health and safety responsibilities for example COSHH, ladder, asbestos, legionella and asset register

• To ensure that the premises are kept free from pests and vermin, taking preventative action and making use of specialist contractors as necessary

• To participate in risk assessments, monitoring and reporting

Individuals in this role may also undertake some or all of the following:

• Ensure the operation and maintenance of specialised equipment following training, for example sports/theatrical equipment

• Facilitate lettings and carry out associated tasks, in line with local agreements

• Handle small amounts of cash for the purchase of materials to carry out repairs.

Our Vision

At the Danes Educational Trust we are committed to ‘Making the Difference Together’ sharing best practice and supporting each other to be the very best we can be.

Core Values

• The post holder is expected to share our commitment to our core values:

• We value joy in working, teaching and learning together

• We encourage everyone within our Trust to feel optimistic about the future and how they can shape it

• We support all individuals in developing resilience to enable them to respond to change and grow as a result

• We value and support the wellbeing of all individuals who learn and work in our schools

• We provide equality of opportunity and experience for all

• We provide a safe and secure learning environment for all

Compliance

The post holder is required to be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection; health and safety; confidentiality; and data protection and report all concerns to an appropriate person.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts.

Additional Information

All staff are required to participate in training and other learning activities and in performance management and development as required by the Trust’s policies and practices.