COMPANY OVERVIEW

Wessex Learning Trust is an outstanding educational institute dedicated to maximizing student potential across thirteen incredible schools nestled in the picturesque rural settings of Somerset. Our commitment to personal engagement ensures that every student receives the attention they need to excel.

WORKING SPLIT SHIFTS 7.00 AM – 3.00 PM OR 12PM - 7.00 PM (WITH A HALF HOUR UNPAID LUNCH EACH DAY) WITH SOME OPPORTUNITIES FOR FLEXIBILITY

We are looking for an energetic, hardworking, self-motivated, flexible person to work within our Premises Team, providing effective and efficient site services, including security, repairs and general maintenance and cleaning.
Applicants do not need to have previous experience as training will be given, but you will need to be able to communicate in a friendly and effective manner and give positive support to staff and visitors. Good team work is essential as well as the ability to work alone using your own initiative. The postholder will be part of a wider Trust Caretaking Team and there may be a requirement to work across other Trust schools.

INTERVIEW DATE: TO BE CONFIRMED

We reserve the right to close the advert before 27 June 2025 if a suitable candidate is found so recommend early application.
To apply for this position, please complete a support staff application form, (available on The Wessex Learning Trust website), together with a letter of application for the attention Mrs J Cowper. Your letter should be no more than two pages, detailing your experience to date and why you are the best candidate for the position. Completed applications should be returned by email to jobs@kowessex.co.uk
The Wessex Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding young people and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff appointed will undergo online checks and be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check
Job Description:
Caretaker

HEALTH AND SAFETY

· To take appropriate action to identify, evaluate, minimise and manage any risks to health, safety and security in the immediate working environment.
· Ensure the proper use and storage of all tools and equipment being used to fulfil the job description.

· To ensure duties are undertaken in accordance with The Academy’s Health and Safety Policy including risk assessment and safety systems and to wear protective clothing as required and in-line with health and safety protocols.

• Ensure procedures are followed in the event of an emergency eg fire evacuation.
• The postholder will be required to undertake training to become a qualified First Aider.
• Training in manual handling, working from heights and COSHH will be provided.

THE JOB DESCRIPTION WILL BE REVIEWED ANNUALLY AS PART OF THE APPRAISAL PROCESS OR AT OTHER APPROPRIATE TIMES AS DETERMINED BY THE TRUST.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £25,583.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Day shift

Language:

• English (preferred)

Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 27/06/2025
Reference ID: Kings Academy
Expected start date: 01/07/202

· To impart special skills and knowledge to other colleagues as appropriate.

• Maintain a visible presence when on duty and remain contactable via walkie talkie. The postholder will have a general awareness of unauthorised vehicles, visitors or activity on site that might pose a safeguarding or security risk to the Academy community.
• Set up for events/assemblies/meetings/exams as necessary and prepare the premises for use, eg setting out of furniture and equipment, whilst ensuring due regard for health and safety. Clear and clean up after events, preparing areas for normal use.
• The Academy premises may be used/hired during evenings and weekends for school activities or outside hirers. The postholder will be expected, by mutual agreement, to attend during lettings for which additional payments will be made. The post holder will be required to work flexibly to cover absent colleagues.
• Brief the designated person hiring the premises on the features and emergency procedures for the building.
• Monitor, order and take delivery of premises cleaning equipment and resources and arrange their safe storage and distribution.
• Deliver/move parcels and packages to the appropriate departments/personnel.
• Maintain, if required, tubs and planters around the Academy

PURPOSE

Your main duties will be to assist in the running of our Academy site, either working as an individual or part of a team to undertake a range of duties regarding the building environment of the school, ensuring the safety and security of users.
This post will require physical effort, for example when moving furniture and other equipment such as desks, tables, chairs and DIY equipment.
Awareness of, and adherence to, current health and safety codes of practice.
Repair and maintenance of equipment.

GENERAL DUTIES

• Gain knowledge of the use and location of the Academy’s plant/equipment, utility intakes, meters, alarm system, fuse boards, stop cocks, CCTV etc.

· To impart special skills and knowledge to other colleagues as appropriate.

• Maintain a visible presence when on duty and remain contactable via walkie talkie. The postholder will have a general awareness of unauthorised vehicles, visitors or activity on site that might pose a safeguarding or security risk to the Academy community.
• Set up for events/assemblies/meetings/exams as necessary and prepare the premises for use, eg setting out of furniture and equipment, whilst ensuring due regard for health and safety. Clear and clean up after events, preparing areas for normal use.
• The Academy premises may be used/hired during evenings and weekends for school activities or outside hirers. The postholder will be expected, by mutual agreement, to attend during lettings for which additional payments will be made. The post holder will be required to work flexibly to cover absent colleagues.
• Brief the designated person hiring the premises on the features and emergency procedures for the building.
• Monitor, order and take delivery of premises cleaning equipment and resources and arrange their safe storage and distribution.
• Deliver/move parcels and packages to the appropriate departments/personnel.
• Maintain, if required, tubs and planters around the Academy.

· Arrange temporary signs in car parks and buildings as necessary.
· Deal with lost property in accordance with agreed procedure.
· To work as part of a team and form good relationships with other colleagues.
· To maintain confidentiality over matters relating to the Academy, students, staff or parents.
· To respond in a courteous manner to enquiries from the Academy community and external visitors as appropriate.
· Actively participate in any appropriate training when required.
· To complete Academy-based induction and any subsequent training required to improve performance.
· The postholder should have a clean driving licience to enable them to drive the mini bus.

· Responsible for the periodic stripping and resealing of hard surface floors.

• Work collaboratively with the cleaning team to ensure the smooth running and delivery of cleaning services

· To ensure duties are undertaken in accordance with The Academy’s Health and Safety Policy including risk assessment and safety systems and to wear protective clothing as required and in-line with health and safety protocols.

• Ensure procedures are followed in the event of an emergency eg fire evacuation.
• The postholder will be required to undertake training to become a qualified First Aider.
• Training in manual handling, working from heights and COSHH will be provided