Caretaker

As our Caretaker, you will make a real difference and be a key member in maintaining a clean, safe, secure, positive and effective learning environment for everyone in our school. Co-op Academy Delius is looking for an exceptional Caretaker to join us who can demonstrate previous experience of a caretaking/site role coupled with general DIY skills. This role manages all aspects of school facilities maintenance including, site security, cleaning, grounds maintenance, general caretaking duties, Health & Safety responsibilities, assisting with statutory compliance, responding to incidents and overseeing the cleaning contract at school level which would include the ordering of hygiene and other materials. You’ll regularly engage with the Senior Leadership Team, and other key stakeholders to assist in the day-to-day running of the school. You will be dedicated to ensuring that a high standard of maintenance, caretaking, cleaning and Health & Safety is maintained within and around the school. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be a designated key holder and have a good understanding of H&S regulations including COSHH and risk assessment. You will proactively undertake a range of duties regarding the general upkeep of buildings, this may involve undertaking minor repairs (e.g. painting, decorating, general DIY) and be responsible for the health, safety and security of the Academy. You will liaise with Contractors to ensure the school site is fully maintained at all times. You will become part of an outstanding Business Support Staff team that plays an integral part of our school. This role is customer facing and therefore in line with the Immigration Act 2016; all applicants must be able to demonstrate fluency of the English Language to the level defined in the Job Description. Why us? Co-op Academy Delius is a high achieving, friendly academy for pupils from 2-11 years with a range of complex educational and medical needs, we have an exciting opportunity