Site Maintenance Officer

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SITE MAINTENANCE OFFICER – AAAD5005 PERMANENT – 17.52 hrs per week 38 weeks p/a

Job Advert: Site Maintenance Officer

Location: Huntington Community Primary School, Aldford Road, Huntington.

Position: Site Maintenance Officer
Hours: 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Type: Part-Time

Huntington Community Primary School is a vibrant primary school committed to providing a safe, clean, and nurturing environment for our students. We are dedicated to maintaining our facilities to support the educational experience of our children.

Role Overview: We are seeking a reliable and proactive Site Maintenance Officer to join our team. You will play a crucial role in ensuring that our school's premises are well-maintained, secure, and conducive to learning. Duties will include building security (being a registered key holder), cleaning, general maintenance and minor repairs, liaising with contractors, and monitoring and operating energy systems. The successful applicant must be able to maintain the school building and its grounds to a high standard and be able to work to their own initiative. An understanding of Health & Safety responsibilities, and general buildings improvement and maintenance is essential. Whilst this is a term time only position, there will be additional hours to complete crucial maintenance work during the school holidays.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular checks of school facilities, ensuring all areas are clean, safe, and well maintained.
• Perform basic repairs and maintenance tasks, including plumbing, electrical, and carpentry work as needed.
• Manage and maintain outdoor school areas, including playground equipment and gardens.
• Assist with setup and breakdown for school events and activities.
• Report any major maintenance needs to the School Business Manager.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Qualifications:

• Experience in facilities maintenance or a similar role is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical systems, and general repairs.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• A commitment to the safety and wellbeing of children.

Benefits:

• Supportive work environment.
• Opportunity to make a positive impact in the school community.