Premises Assistant

We are looking to appoint a reliable and efficient Premises Assistant to deliver a high-quality service with a friendly manner and take pride in our school by always ensuring that it looks its best. To care for our buildings and grounds, carrying out minor repairs as well as managing site health & safety compliance checks. The post holder will be expected to liaise effectively with contractors and be willing to attend appropriate training courses. As a key holder, the role will also include security of the school premises including all buildings and contents.

The successful candidate will be expected to respect the need for confidentiality that exists when working in a school environment and will enjoy the rewards of working within a friendly and co-operative team and:

• Have experience in DIY / practical skills
• Be able to keep thorough health & safety records
• Be confident in using email and other online systems
• Be enthusiastic and committed to work well as part of a team, as well as being self-motivated and able to work independently
• Have good organisation skills
• Be friendly with good communication skills
• Motivated and enthusiastic
• Have a flexible approach
  
  de Stafford is a smaller than average mixed comprehensive school, catering to students aged 11-16 located in Caterham, Surrey. As a proud member of the GLF Multi Academy Trust since 2016, our core values - Grow, Learn, Believe and Achieve - are integral to everything we do. These values reflect our commitment to providing students with an outstanding learning experience, that prepares them for the challenges of the modern world, and helps them build fulfilling futures.
Our staff members are highly valued, experienced and well-respected professionals. We believe that high quality professional development is crucial for excellent teaching. Continuous Professional Development (CPD), is embedded in our schools culture, ensuring that all staff, regardless of where they are in their careers, have access to ongoing growth opportunities. Why work at de Stafford School:
• An environment where peers and Line Managers offer exceptional support for and emphasise staff well-being
• Exceptional opportunities for development
• An opportunity to work collaboratively across the wider GLF MAT
• Recognition of previous school continuous service
• Onsite parking and other staff benefits
Join the GLF Schools Community: As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.
• Celebrating 10 years as a growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education
  
  GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
• Access to our highly competitive pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model