Assistant School Keeper

Cedar Avenue

Upminster

RM14 2LW

Tel: 01708 225186

Email: office@branfil.havering.sch.uk

Head Teacher: Mrs N Sansom

Assistant School Keeper 

Hours : 36 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.  Hours will be on a shift pattern Either 6:30 - 14:30 or 10:30 - 18:30 alternating weekly to begin with.

Grade: 1/2 Point 2-5  

Salary : £25,854 - £27,030 per annum  

Contract : Permanent

Start:  As soon as possible

We aim to appoint someone who has experience of site management in a school or similar environment, who loves their job and is excited to go to work each day.

The assistant site manager will work with the site manager to ensure the site is safe, secure and ready to use by pupils, staff and other school users.

Hours will be on a shift pattern. Either 6:30 – 14:30 or 10:30 – 18:30 alternating weekly to begin with.

Holiday entitlement is 26 days annual leave plus all bank holidays rising to 31 days after 5 years continuous service. There is scope for holidays to be taken during term time or school holidays.

The main responsibilities will include: 

• cleaning, including cleaning at height
• emergency repairs
• site safety and security, including being a key holder
• portering, which may include heavy lifting
• monitoring the use of the site by other people.

We need someone who:

• is able to work flexibly, both as part of a team and independently, responding effectively to the ‘unexpected’
• understands health, safety and security issues in schools
• has the know-how to assess and carry out minor repairs and maintenance
• is willing to develop their own skills and knowledge, including undertaking any relevant training
• is proactive and can constantly reprioritise their workload as circumstances change
• has excellent organisational skills and attention to detail

Branfil Primary School is a three-form entry LA maintained school based in Upminster, Essex.

We can offer you:

• a welcoming, supportive and friendly staff
• an exciting and well-resourced working environment
• enthusiastic and polite pupils who value each other and the school
• parents and carers who recognise the commitment of staff
• CPD tailored to your individual needs
• Opportunities for personal growth and advancement.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and strongly encouraged.

Please see the school website to find out more about Branfil Primary School.

Please apply online.

Closing Date: Wednesday 17th April 2024 at midday

Interview Date: Week commencing 22nd April 2024

Branfil is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all staff are required to undergo Enhanced DBS checks. References and online checks will be completed for shortlisted candidates prior to interview.