Caretaker

Randstad Education

Posted 7 hours ago, valid for 16 days

Prenton, Merseyside CH43 3ET, England

Part Time

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Are you an experienced caretaker/maintenance worker and would like a pivotal role in your local

community?

Do you have experience of being a keyholder and relish the responsibility and challenge this can bring?

We require a caretaker on behalf of schools across Liverpool, this exciting opportunity has arisen for someone to work on an ongoing basis.

Benefits:

- 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 Workers Regulations (AWR, 2011).

- Access to Free CPD course and Safeguarding Training

- 'Recommend a Friend' bonus worth up to £300

- Flexible hours and working patterns

Responsibilities:

- 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, for

example 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 data protection, and contributing to the school ethos as a whole.

Requirements:

- 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 attitude.

For more information, or to talk about registering with us, then please contact Mia Williams on