Job Description

The position is for 10 hours a week (times to be discussed at interview but preferably after school hours 4-6pm) term time.

We wish to appoint a dedicated and proactive School Caretaker. Our new School Caretaker will be energetic, enthusiastic and will take great pride in how our school looks and functions.

The successful candidate will:

have a good range of skills and experience including: building and grounds maintenance, general painting and repairs
have responsibility for carrying out statutory checks to include fire alarm weekly testing and legionella testing.
be required to respond to incidents around the school on a daily basis such as cleaning up accidents and spillages, setting up/clearing away of certain equipment (eg chairs and tables) and porterage.
act as a key holder, carrying out security procedures for the buildings and grounds. The routine and non-routine opening of premises and grounds. Responding to calls outside normal working hours as a result of the intruder alarm.
be able to communicate effectively with all stakeholders including visitors and contractors
have a good awareness of health and safety issues.
be approachable, well-motivated and be able to work on your own initiative.
be required to lock the school each day. There may be occasions when you will be required to stay later on an overtime basis.
We can offer you:
Stebbing can offer:

a commitment to professional development
a supportive and friendly team that recognises the importance of well-being
a stimulating working environment
a team that approaches challenges and activities with positivity and good humour
Contact with the school is welcomed and strongly encouraged prior to applying. Please contact Miss Lucy Mawson (Headteacher - miss.mawson@stebbingprimary.co.uk ) 01371 856260 to arrange a convenient appointment.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Information about the School

Our ethos... At Stebbing we offer children a safe, nurturing and supportive environment where they can grow and develop to fulfil their potential through a creative and fun learning journey. We encourage children to take ownership of their learning by providing engaging opportunities and equipping them with the skills and knowledge they need to face the challenges beyond primary school. A little bit of history... The school has been serving the village of Stebbing since 1878 and although our façade is a prime example of the traditional Victorian school, behind the front door it is a very different matter. In 2006 we introduced the Montessori approach in our classrooms and over the past few years we have developed our practice. The result is a unique blend of the National Curriculum being taught through a topic, skills based approach, with a Montessori ethos throughout the school. This leads to independent learners, who take responsibility for both themselves and the environment around them. Our children are expected to organise themselves, communicate in an appropriate fashion and challenge themselves to extend their learning. To summarise... At Stebbing we aim to educate the “whole” child. This means developing a warm, happy and friendly environment where each child can work towards maximising their full potential in personal, social and academic enterprise. We create an atmosphere where all our children are valued and value each other. We offer pupils an exciting opportunity to begin their education by equipping them with the skills and knowledge they need to continue their learning journey.

Lucy Heys Headteacher