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Caretaker • Annual Salary: £27,155 - £29,604, • Location: Leatherhead Day-to-day of the role: • Ensure the school site is well-maintained, safe, and welcoming by performing general maintenance and cleaning duties., • Provide technical and practical support to the Design Technology department, including preparing materials, setting up equipment, and maintaining workshop facilities., • Conduct routine inspections and maintain records to comply with statutory requirements., • Participate in the security of the school by managing access, monitoring premises, and responding to emergencies., • Good general education and a clean UK driving licence., • Experience in site maintenance or a building services role with skills in carpentry, painting, and basic electrical and plumbing tasks., • Knowledge of health and safety regulations and the ability to apply them effectively., • Proficiency in using hand and power tools and preparing materials for DT projects., • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team., • Competitive salary range, • Structured work hours with a rolling shift pattern, providing flexibility., • Opportunities for training and personal development, including safeguarding and performance management programmes.

Resident Caretaker Our client is seeking a trustworthy, reliable and hardworking Resident Caretaker who will enjoy working in a friendly school environment. This live-in role will be responsible for a wide range of duties and responsibilities connected with the smooth, efficient and effective running of the school including. Job Description: Carrying out security procedures for school buildings and grounds. Specifically closing and lockdown of school premises, including gates, doors, windows, fire exits etc Checking the proper operation and function of alarms and fire equipment Reporting acts of vandalism and patrolling the site as requires Assisting with minor repairs as required Acting as a keyholder in cases of alarm activation out of normal school hours Responsible for the cleaning and safe and efficient working of the swimming pool plant Assist the Head groundsman for approximately 40% of the working day with grass cutting and leaf pick up in the Autumn Work closely with the drivers to act as relief driver as and when necessary Regularly inspect the site and its operation to ensure Health & Safety practises are adhered to Assist the Maintenance Supervisor with moving such items of furniture/equipment as required Person Specification: Previous experience in a similar role is an advantage Full drivers license (with no more than 6 points) and use of a vehicle is essential Able to effectively organise own work and operate as loan worker. Both orally and in written form and to understand and interpret written instructions A proven record of a high level of attendance at work. Polite, courteous and calm under pressure Able to show initiative and work proactively to ensure the smooth running of the site An organised approach and excellent time management skills Hours of work: 40 Hours per week, year-round. During term time the hours will be 7.00am-10.30am and then 2.00pm – 6.30pm plus locking up each weekday evening at 9.30pm. During the school holidays the hours will be 8.00am to 4.00pm, 5 days per week, plus locking up shortly after 4pm. There may be occasion when some aspects need to be locked a little later due to contractors being onsite for scheduled works. Additional Information: • Car driver is essential as no public transport links, • 25 days paid holiday per year plus Bank Holidays and a Christmas closure period., • Onsite accommodation provided 2 or 3 bedroom apartment., • Generous contributory pension scheme, • Refreshments and lunch provided during term time, • Cycle to work scheme for staff members, • Parking for staff members is provided onsite

This live-in position involves ensuring the security of the premises, assisting with minor repairs, and maintaining a clean and safe environment. A leading recruitment agency is seeking a dependable Resident Caretaker for a school in Leatherhead. Candidates must have a full driver's license, be orga