Caretaker

School Caretaker - Potens

We are pleased to announce we have an exciting opportunity here at Potens for a School Caretaker. The role is based at our Dorchester site and may involve support at our other site in Weymouth.

Benefits

The role offers a comprehensive benefits package:

• £13.78 per hour.
• 15 to 20 hours per week (to be discussed at interview).
• Term time only, with the possibility of occasional hours during school holidays.
• Contributory pension scheme (if earning threshold met).
• Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (24/7).
• Access to attractive exclusive employee benefits (savings on shopping, leisure, household expenses).

Responsibilities

• Support and coordinate all odd job tasks and routine maintenance activities, ensuring planned work, reactive breakdowns, and cyclical programs are delivered.
• Coordinate with external contractors and liaise with the central estates department.
• Oversee the premises to ensure compliance with Health and Safety standards and perform basic upkeep of external grounds.
• Maintain and manage accurate health and safety compliance records: water temperature checks, emergency lights, fire alarms, etc.
• Support with key holding responsibilities and respond to out of hours callouts.
• Maintain surrounding grounds and vegetation.
• Provide support at the Weymouth site if required.

Qualifications

• Experience with odd job tasks and willingness to undertake them.
• Ability to communicate sensitively with staff and students with Special Educational Needs.
• Flexibility to work as needed and good team player.
• Proficiency in basic Microsoft Office, email, and web browsing.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Capability to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
• Commitment to equal opportunities and promotion of non discriminatory practices.

Safeguarding

All applicants will undergo robust safeguarding checks prior to appointment, including enhanced DBS, a minimum of two satisfactory references, and, for working with children, online profile checks.

Diversity

We champion diversity and provide an inclusive environment for all staff.