Caretaker

Based at Sprowston Infant and Junior schools

Email: head@sprowstoninfant.norfolk.sch.uk

Websites: http://www.sprowstoninfant.norfolk.sch.uk/

https://www.sprowstonjunior.norfolk.sch.uk/

• Salary – Scale C, hourly rate £12.65 (£24,404 FTE)
• Permanent
• Part time
• 35 hours per week
• Term time + 4 weeks
• Required for 3rd February 2025

We have an ambitious vision - do you?

We are seeking to appoint a caretaker For Sprowston Infant and Junior schools. Our vision is to achieve outstanding outcomes and progress for all pupils within a caring, supportive and safe environment. Hours of work, 7.00-12.00am and 4.00 – 6.00pm, Monday to Friday. There will be some additional hours to be worked during school holidays.

We are looking for someone who:

• Understands the basic principles of site management

• Is able to carry out premises’ inspections and risk assessments

• Has an understanding of Health & Safety regulations and procedures

• Is able to deal with emergencies and problems in a positive and systematic manner

• Takes responsibility for the security of the premises, undertaking keyholder responsibilities and is available to answer emergencies outside of regular working hours

• Undertakes an allocated level of cleaning alongside the site cleaners

• Has a willingness to take on new challenges and an eagerness to accept responsibility

In return we offer you:

• A friendly team to join and work alongside

• Training and support, where needed, in relevant procedures

• Potential for personal professional development

• Flexible working hours during school closure periods

Please contact head@sprowstoninfant.norfolk.sch.uk

How to apply

To download an application form, click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button.

Completed forms should be returned to: head@sprowstoninfant.norfolk.sch.uk

Closing date: 29 November 2024, 12noon

Interview date:  6 December 2024

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. To this end, you may be required to undergo pre-employment checks.

This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.