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Caretaker

Randstad Education
Posted 8 days ago, valid for 16 days
Location

Liverpool, Merseyside L96GB, England

Salary

£2,011 - £300 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • A caretaker/maintenance worker is needed for schools across Liverpool, requiring previous experience in a similar role, preferably within a school setting.
  • The position involves responsibilities such as securing the school premises, performing routine maintenance, and overseeing external contractors.
  • Candidates should have basic health and safety knowledge, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn on the job.
  • The role offers competitive rates of pay, fully compliant with Agency Workers Regulations, and includes benefits like access to free CPD courses and a 'recommend a friend' bonus.
  • Applicants should have at least one year of relevant experience, and the salary is described as very competitive with no hidden deductions.

Are you an experienced caretaker/maintenance worker and would like a pivotal role in your localcommunity? Do you have experience of being a keyholder and relish the responsibility and challengethis can bring? We require a caretaker on behalf of schools across Liverpool, this exciting opportunityhas arisen for someone to work on an ongoing basis.BENEFITSOur staff have a well-deserved reputation as being the best in Merseyside and as a reward for yourhard work and commitment you will benefit from:- a dedicated, professional and friendly specialist consultant with a 24 hour on-call facility- competitive rates of pay paid weekly, which are fully compliant under the Agency WorkersRegulations (AWR, 2011)- access to Free CPD course and Safeguarding Training- 'recommend a friend' bonus worth up to £300- flexible hours and working patternsRESPONSIBILITIES- Locking or unlocking of the school as required and ensuring general security of the site- Routine maintenance of school buildings and grounds by undertaking minor repair work, forexample changing light bulbs, erecting shelves, painting and redecorating, or minor plumbing- Cleaning duties including litter, bins and toilets- Occasional moving of heavy objects for example stock, furniture or equipment- Overseeing of external contractors visiting the school site- Support the school policies and procedures, for example relating to child safeguarding and dataprotection, and contributing to the school ethos as a wholeREQUIREMENTS- Previous experience of working in a similarly responsible site role, preferably within a school- Ability to relate well to children and adults alike- Knowledge of COSHH regulations and safe storage of materials- Basic Health & Safety knowledge, and willingness to adhere to the Code of Safe Working Practice(COSWP) for Caretaking and Premises Staff- A background in plumbing, woodwork or general 'handy-work' or DIY would be advantageous- The willingness to learn and train on the job- A strong work ethic, the ability to work as part of a team, and a professional and proactive attitudeWHAT NEXT?All candidates will be subject to Randstad Education's child protection and UK eligibility checks,including enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and full referencing process, and thecost of any new police check (DBS) required will be met by the candidate. If you are suitable, aninterview would be offered immediately and you could start working in the school soon after.

ABOUT USRandstad Education is the UK Market Leader for recruitment within education. We have been helpingteachers and support staff to find temporary and permanent roles in schools, colleges and nurseries

for nearly twenty years. Working with over 2500 schools each week, our staff support over 135,000children every day across the country, so we can find the right match for your skills. The Liverpoolbranch is one of the oldest and busiest in the country and has a dedicated team of consultantsworking across primary, secondary and SEN, and we now also have a dedicated section looking afterSchool Support roles such as Catering, Technicians, Administration and Finance.

To discuss this role in more detail, please contact Joanne R at the Liverpool branch on , alternatively, send your CV to . If you are interested in this position, please dont hesitate and apply today? Very competitive rates of pay with no hidden deductions, which are fully compliant under the agency workersregulations (AWR,2011)

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