Estates Assistant

We are looking for an Estates Assistant to ensure the provision of a safe, clean and attractive learning environment at our school. You will work as part of a team with responsibility for the maintenance, security and health and safety of the grounds and buildings, to ensure that all of our facilities operate efficiently and effectively.,

• To maintain, decorate and repair the academy premises where appropriate;
• To liaise with and support external contractors on site, ensuring supervision at all times;
• Regularly tour around the academy, checking for any repairs that are required and ensuring the premises are looking their best ;
• To open /secure the grounds and gates as required;
• Assist in the removal of furniture e.g. for exams and academy events;
• Being vigilant for any health and safety hazards, mitigating risk immediately and appropriately and reporting this to the Estates Manager as soon as is possible;
• To be fully engaged in ensuring the school's health and safety and other related policies are fully adhered to;
• To be responsible for ensuring that any "accidents", sickness or spillages are promptly cleaned, disinfected and made safe;
• To complete cleaning duties as allocated.
• On occasions be responsible for responding to the duty phone.
Please note: we may hold interviews as and when applications are received and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date. We only accept applications submitted online via the TES and which are completed before the closing deadline. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Safeguarding Notice Whickham School is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants. Before applying, please review our Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders.

Whickham School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. Benefits of working at Whickham School:
• 24 days annual leave per annum + bank holidays, increasing to 31 days + bank holidays based on 5 years' service
• You'll be part of a friendly and supportive team
• A flexible and proactive ethos
• Training and qualifications supported / encouraged
• Generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme)
• Free, on-site parkin
• Electric vehicle charging points based on sit
• Bike to work schem
• Dedicated site office