Site Assistant - Swanley, United Kingdom - Parkwood Hall Co-operative Academy

Parkwood Hall Co-operative Academy

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Swanley, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

SITE ASSISTANT VACANCY
NJC Scale 4 point 7-11 (£22,369 to £24,054) plus Outer Fringe Allowance of £663

36 hours a week, all year round

Are you:

Conscientious and focused

Energetic, enthusiastic and hard working

Passionate about working around pupils who have special needs

Committed to working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team

Confident in dealing with children who may sometimes display challenging behaviours

Parkwood Hall is a residential and day school for pupils aged 8-19 years with moderate to severe learning difficulties and other complex needs including autism and language difficulties.

We are passionate about our Co-operative values of self-help, self
- responsibility, democracy, equality, equity and solidarity.

Parkwood Hall aims to provide an outstanding and supportive learning environment which challenges students to achieve success.

The core learning values, which are at the centre of the curriculum, focus upon developing the student's resilience and ability to make informed life choices.

We are currently looking to recruit an exceptional Site Assistant to support the Site manager in the estate management programme for the trust including premises, facilities, health and safety, contract management and capital works.

As well as run the school minibus trips for the pupils as needed to meet curriculum needs, approximately 20% of working hours.

In return, we offer a supportive team, employer who invests in training and development, health cash benefit which offers a great range of alternative therapies, discounted gym membership, free hot drinks, a recently refurbished comfortable staff room, LGPS pension scheme, free parking and based at a beautiful Victorian building.

Job purpose:

To support the Site manager in the estate management programme for the trust including premises, facilities, health and safety, contract management and capital works.

As well as run the school minibus trips for the pupils as needed to meet curriculum needs, approximately 20% of working hours.

Key responsibilities

To liaise with Site Manager on all weekly tasks, such as replenish toilet items, clear up drains/gullies as needed, supporting fire drills.

Carry out minor maintenance projects around school as requested by the estate's manager and site manager.

Carry out reactive works in case of accidents or emergencies as directed by estate and site manager

Detect and report any H&S concerns and defects

Support with receiving deliveries and storage of items as needed

Support to ensure site standard of cleanliness and hygiene is maintained during the day.

Promote and ensure the health and safety of pupils, staff and visitors at all times (in accordance with the appropriate health and safety legislation);
Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security and confidentiality, reporting all concerns to appropriate person;
Support the site team with operation of the fire alarm, security system, CCTV, lighting, heating, water testing and plumbing.

Meet with and support contractors as needed to ensure the site maintenance runs smoothly

Drive the school minibuses, for student trips as per the weekly rota during term time;
Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school;
Treat all users of the school with courtesy and consideration;
Present a positive personal image, contributing to a welcoming school environment.

Closing date:
Midnight Sunday 14th May 2023

Interviews on:
Wednesday 25th May 2023

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
£22,369.00-£24,054.00 per year

Benefits: