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Dear Applicant,
Thank you for requesting an application form for the role of Premises
Assistant.
We require an efficient and capable Assistant to work in our busy school,
to carry out premises activities to ensure the smooth running of our school
We are keen to appoint someone who can face a challenge and who has
personal drive and determination to be ambituous for themselves and the
school. Our ideal candidate would:
- be a good team player
- enjoy working in a school environment
- be personable and friendly
- be highly organised and efficient
- be highly professional
- be able to make decisions
- be able to take initiative
- work in partnership with the Headteacher, Facilities Manager &
staff
- enjoy their job
It is recommended that you make an appointment to visit the school
if you intend to apply for the post. Please call 0208 6929157 or 0208
858 3831 to speak to Kate Fry our School Business Manager.
Marie Corbett
Executive Headteacher
Premises Assistant Invicta Primary School 2017
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Our Vision
‘Looking beyond together’
To provide a stimulating learning & teaching
environment where every child and adult has the
opportunity to enjoy the moment and prepare for their
future.
AT INVICTA WE AIM TO INSPIRE CHILDREN’S CURIOSITY, IN AND
BEYOND THE MOMENT, THROUGH A FOCUS ON CREATIVITY,
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND EMOTIONAL HEALTH
& WELLBEING. WE EMPLOY STAFF WITH INTERESTS AND SKILLS
IN THESE AREAS.
AT INVICTA WE PLAN OPPORTUNITIES FOR
CHILDREN TO LEARN IN DIFFERENT WAYS BY
DEVELOPING THEIR PERSONAL RESILIENCE A S
WELL AS AMBITIONS FOR THEIR FUTURES.
Premises Assistant Invicta Primary School 2017
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JOB DESCRIPTION
SECTION Invicta Primary School GRADE £14,000 - £21,000 - according to
experience - hours PT or FT - shifts included
DESIGNATION PREMISES ASSISTANT
Purpose of job
To be responsible to the Facilities Manager and Head Teacher / SBM for
undertaking caretaking, handyperson and portering duties at a school in order to
maintain a clean warm and safe environment.
Working across both school sites in Deptford and Blackheath as & when necessary.
Specifically
1. To maintain all outside areas in a clean, tidy and safe condition including
picking up litter, unblocking drains, salting paths and play areas during
inclement weather, clearing snow etc.
2. To maintain the grass, shrub and external potted plant areas by mowing,
cutting, pruning, hoeing, re-planting and watering etc. as required.
3. To assist cleaning operatives where necessary, including carrying out spot
checks and emergency cleaning (e.g. following spillages or clearing up
vomit).
4. To undertake the cleaning of the toilet blocks, to replenish toilet rolls, and
hand towels to all toilets in the school.
5. Ensure that the facilities, such as catering, security, maintenance and
reception, run smoothly so schools can run effectively.
6. Secure the site and assist in site emergency and evacuation procedures.
7. Set up rooms for events and support the coordination of the event e.g.
Open Evenings, Fun Days.
8. Carry out minor repairs and maintenance around the workplace.
9. Deal with enquiries from members of staff, contractors and members of the
public.
10. Direct and communicate with outside contractors and customers.
11. To receive stores deliveries and ensure stocks are distributed as necessary.
12. Read energy meters and monitor heating and ventilation systems such as
solar panels or reusable energy systems & other IT systems linked with
BMA.
13. To report any faults to the Premises Manager, to contact other departments
within the Authority and external contractors concerning repairs and
maintenance work as required. To supervise contractors carrying out
repairs when required. To check that repairs have been carried out
satisfactorily. To report on the performance of contractors as required.
14. To act as key holder for the buildings, in the absence of the Premises
Manager, and to ensure that the building is safe at the time of occupation.
To set and check alarm systems as appropriate.
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15. To regularly check outside safety/security lighting is in good working order,
replacing bulbs etc. as required. To report faults to the Premises Manager.
16. In the absence of the Premises Manager; to operate the boilers, check
temperature gauges, read meters and complete the necessary returns. To
report all faults as necessary.
17. In the absence of the Premises Manager, the post holder may be required to
carry out banking duties including taking petty cash to the bank.
18. To receive visitors and direct them as appropriate and in compliance with
the schools code of practice and ethos.
19. Be aware of and comply with the policies and procedures relating to child
protection, equality and diversity, health, safety and security,
confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an
appropriate person.
20. To carry out any other duties consistent with the grade of the post as
required.
21. To carry out all duties with due regard for Health and Safety regulations,
the Council’s Equal Opportunities Policies and Environment Strategy.
22. Such other duties as may reasonably be required and are commensurate
with the post’s grade.
DESIGNATION OF POST TO WHICH POSTHOLDER NORMALLY REPORTS:
Facilities Manager
Premises Assistant Invicta Primary School 2017
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