Estates Operative

USP College, Benfleet
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Job Ref No. ECC0-354 Position Type: Caretaker/Site Managers Pay Range: £23,442
Position Start Date: 28/02/2025 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 26/02/2025 Midnight Date of Interviews: TBC  

Job Description

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Salary: £23,442

Location: Palmer's Campus

Hours: 37 hours per week, 52 weeks of the year

Contract Type: Permanent

Reference: SR1765

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Job Details

General maintenance duties relating to the care, security, and maintenance of the buildings and to provide a service to staff, students and contractors on a shift pattern as part of the Facilities and Estates Team for USP College campuses

Duties & Responsibilities

  • To provide and promote a high level of customer service to the staff, students, contractors, visitors, emergency services and other users of the College
  • To ensure compliance with the Health & Safety Policy of the College and other instructions given as necessary. Rectifying or reporting defects where appropriate and reporting or rectifying safety hazards or unsafe working arrangements.
  • To ensure appropriate security levels are adhered to with response to alarm activations or similar call-outs relating to all college functions. Adhere to day to day and emergency procedures relating to locking/unlocking functions, alarms, liaising with emergency services and the safety of our students.
  • Provide appropriate access to the buildings in the event of adverse weather conditions or similar emergency situations.
  • Attend to all enquiries and assist in the efficient maintenance, inspection and repair of the plant, equipment, furniture, fixtures & fittings and fabric of the buildings and outbuildings.
  • Attend and assist with clearing, cleaning and other housekeeping duties deemed necessary by the Deputy Head of Estates and Compliance.
  • To assist as required with Maintaining and following procedure for logging and delivery of incoming parcels and deliveries to the college.
  • Attend to and assist with the day-to-day operation of the reprographics service.
  • Assist with College Lettings.
  • Attend all meetings and events as specified by Management, as deemed necessary for College purposes, to provide effective support and meet service requirements.

The right candidate will have:

  • A high standard of communication and interpersonal skills
    Ability to prioritise their workload
    Have a team orientated ethos

Why choose us:

As a college, our strategy is to create a Career Focused, Digital Learning environment, ensuring that the learner experience and our relationship within our community, local and regional employers, are at the heart of everything we do. Providing a high achieving, focused learning environment allowing our students to achieve the grades they need for higher educations or the skills and aptitude required to secure a suitable role in their chosen career. Our college is set in the leafy suburbs of Essex, with easy access to surrounding areas and amenities, we are based in a well-connected location both by road and rail.

What we offer:

  • A college environment fully dedicated to developing every student to reach their full potential, irrespective of their ability.
  • A dedicated and friendly team of professionals keen to develop and learn.
  • A two year funded teaching course , providing the opportunity to complete a recognised post 16 teaching qualification*
  • A successful NQT support program.
  • Excellent CPD opportunities.
  • Well-being days & activities
  • Generous pension (Teachers pension scheme)
  • Free onsite parking.
  • Onsite canteen & coffee shop.
  • Cycle to work scheme*
  • Discounted gym membership.
  • Electric Vehicle Scheme*
  • Eye Care Vouchers scheme.
  • Hybrid Working available.
  • Free Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7, 365 days offering legal & financial advice, as well as general support & guidance.

*subject to terms & conditions

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

Information about the school

Contact Information

Millie Ray
Runnymede Chase, Benfleet
Essex, SS7 1TW
Telephone: 01268 756111
Email: recruitment@uspcollege.ac.uk

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