JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Title Maintenance Caretaker Location Ventrus Multi Academy Trust Reporting to Head of Business and Premises (HBP) Grade D Grade Directorate/Section Premises 15th September Effective date of JD JE Job Number PR02 2016
Job Purpose
The main purpose of the job is to be responsible for the general maintenance needs of the school and provide a caretaking service.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
To oversee the security of the premises and its contents including setting the burglar alarm. Check windows are closed and doors locked. Contact police if unable to move on trespassers.
To attend occasional alarm call-outs (emergency call-out rate will be payable).
To arrange access to the site for lettings and ensure that pre-booked resources are available.
To arrange access to the site for contractors and report to the Senior Administrator on their progress.
To participate in alterations, repairs and improvements as directed by the Senior Administrator/Leadership Team.
To check for and make safe any damage, clean graffiti etc and report any damage or vandalism.
To check toilets, washrooms etc and replenish toilet rolls, paper towels as necessary.
To set up furniture for assemblies, meetings, tests and functions.
To help with the unloading of deliveries and transporting of goods and equipment around the site.
Page 1 of 4 To check heating and lighting to ensure maximum efficiency in accordance with the County Council Energy Policy.
To maintain the caretakers’ office/storage areas as safe, organised and clean working environments.
To ensure that tools and equipment are well maintained and kept securely at all times.
To assist the cleaning staff in maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safe use of products and equipment.
To assist the catering staff in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and maintenance and comply with food hygiene and Environmental Health standards.
To assist the grounds staff in maintaining the pathways, driveways, steps and gullies: clearance of leaves and basic maintenance of surfaces to include weeding, salting and gritting.
To clear and pick up litter at the direction of the Senior Administrator/Leadership team.
To ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations.
To clear up spillages, including bodily fluids, when required.
To assist users of the school site and to promote an atmosphere of caring and friendliness.
To carry out any other tasks, from time to time, as deemed necessary by the Senior Administrator.
Carry out all duties in accordance with the Health & Safety at Work Act and any other relevant legislation.
To work co-operatively alongside staff and pupils and to adhere to school policies and procedures.
To work co-operatively with Trust colleagues and adhere to Trust processes, vision, values and expectations.
To take part in internal and external staff training and attend meetings
To participate in a programme of staff development. Page 2 of 4 Person Specification
Physically fit Proficient in general maintenance duties including DIY, painting, glazing and carpentry Knowledge and skills of how to solve maintenance issues Able to manage own time effectively Able to motivate others within a team positively Able to accept and act on instructions Ability to multi-task and complete tasks Good communication skills Helpful and cheerful Reliable Good time-keeper Be able to stay on task Tidy and well organised Holds a current valid driving licence.
Key Competencies
1. Changing and Improving
People who are effective in this area take initiative, are innovative and seek out opportunities to create effective change and improve schools. It’s about learning from what has worked as well as what has not, being open to change and improvement, and working in smarter, more focused ways.
Competency Indicators - Effective Behaviour – Non Leaders Take initiative to suggest ideas for improvements, sharing this feedback with others in a constructive manner Conduct regular reviews of what and who is required to make a project / activity successful and make ongoing improvements Put aside preconceptions and consider new ideas on their own merits Help colleagues, pupils and other stakeholders to understand changes and why they have been introduced Identify, resolve or escalate the positive and negative effects that change may have on own role / team
2. Leading and Communicating
Effectiveness in this area is about showing our pride and passion for education, communicating purpose and direction with clarity, integrity and enthusiasm.
Competency Indicators - Effective Behaviour – Non Leaders Display enthusiasm around goals and activities – adopting a positive approach when interacting with others Listen to, understand, respect and accept the value of different views, ideas and Page 3 of 4 ways of working Express ideas effectively, both orally and in writing, and with sensitivity and respect for others Confidently handle challenging conversations or interviews Confront and deal promptly with inappropriate language or behaviours, including bullying, harassment or discrimination
3. Team Working
People skilled in this area are team players. It requires working collaboratively, sharing information appropriately and building supportive, trusting and professional relationships with colleagues and a wide range of people.
Competency Indicators - Effective Behaviour – Non Leaders Demonstrate interest in others and develop a range of contacts outside own team to help get the job done Actively encourage team working , changing ways of working to facilitate collaboration for the benefit of the team’s work Proactively seek information, resources and support from others outside own immediate team in order to help achieve results Readily identify opportunities to share knowledge, information and learning and make progress by working with colleagues Listen attentively to others and check their understanding by asking questions Take responsibility for creating a working environment that encourages equality, diversity and inclusion
4. Speedy Delivery
Effectiveness in this area means focusing on delivering timely school improvement with energy and taking responsibility and accountability for quality outcomes. For all staff, it’s about working to agreed goals and activities and dealing with challenges in a responsive and constructive way.
Competency Indicators - Effective Behaviour – Non Leaders Take ownership of problems in their own area of responsibility Remain positive and focused on achieving outcomes despite setbacks Check own performance against outcomes, make improvement suggestions or take corrective action when problems are identified
This is not an exhaustive list, and may be reviewed with the post holder at any time.
Signed ………………………………………….… Date …………………………. (Post holder)
Line Manager …………………………………. Date …………………………. (Line Manager)
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