Full Time Site Operative

Company Overview

Lewes Old Grammar School is an independent coeducational day school dedicated to providing a high\-quality education for pupils aged 3 to 19 years. We foster a vibrant learning environment that encourages growth, curiosity, and excellence in all areas.

Job Overview

We are seeking a proactive and reliable Full Time Site Operative to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining the safety, functionality, and overall upkeep of the school premises. Your energetic approach and attention to detail will ensure a secure and well\-managed environment for staff, students, and visitors alike.

Responsibilities

• Overall security of the school premises include opening and closing, unlocking and locking of windows, doors, school gates and buildings.


• Open and close the school for evening use at times arranged by the Estate supervisor.


• Register as main Key Holder and be the first point of contact in an emergency call\-out situation.


• Perform general maintenance and repairs including: doors, ironmongery, windows, toilet seats and flushes, furniture, painting and decorating of walls and doors.


• Ensuring that external rubbish is stored appropriately, preparing the general waste and recycling bins for pick\-up.


• Cleaning and tidying of the internal school building in designated areas \- as per plan during the school day as necessary.


• General porterage duties and moving of furniture .


• Preparation of Halls for functions as required .


• Delivering goods and supplies to appropriate departments.


• Noting, monitoring and reporting any defects in the school buildings, furniture, fittings and equipment to the estate supervisor and dealing with as appropriately.


• Monitor and oversee the work of contractors working on site .


• Assist with all preparation works and tidying up for school events as directed by the Estate supervisor.


• Make recommendations for improvement in the effectiveness and efficiency of the maintenance department.


• Serve as a role model for students and staff in demonstrating positive attitudes, and an effective work ethic.


• Carry out school compliance checks as directed by the estate supervisor / Manager and maintain register as appropriate.

Grounds Maintenance

• Upkeep of drains, clean low level gutters, clean external lights and cctv cameras.


• Keep all hard surfaces free of moss and weeds.


• Keep outside areas free of litter, sweep passageways.

Heating, Lighting and Water

• The switching off of all lights and electrical items.


• Ensure that all lights and heating are working effectively.


• Monitoring and setting of heating controls and boilers.


• Be aware of the location of all stopcocks, gas and electricity meters and read meters as required.


• Replace light bulbs, fluorescent tube starters and fluorescent tubes.


• Carry out Legionella testing and reporting.

Any other work requested by, and deemed appropriate by the Estate supervisor / Estate Manager.

This job description is not exclusive or exhaustive. Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties, tasks and responsibilities for the post, each individual task undertaken has not been identified. The post holder may be required to undertake duties that are broadly in line with the above responsibilities.

Person Specification Qualifications

• Construction or Building certification or demonstrated experience;


• Relevant Health and Safety Certificates;


• Building skills certification


• Other qualifications which may be relevant to the post

Skills and Experience

• Being able manage crisis situations;


• Being reliable, honest and practical;


• Communicating effectively in both verbal and written format;


• Skilfully making general maintenance repairs;


• Following health and safety regulations;


• Serve as a role model for students and staff in demonstrating positive attitudes, appropriate grooming, and an effective work ethic.

The school does not have a licence to sponsor migrants under the worker or temporary worker routes. Individuals who wish to work at the school will therefore need to hold or establish immigration status that allows them to work in the UK. The school is legally required to check that all successful job applicants hold the right to work in the UK before work can commence.

Further Details

The Application Forms will be available from the HR department by emailing HR@logs.uk.com Applications must be made using the school’s Application Form, Equal Opportunities Form which can be found on our website, along with a covering letter of application, including full contact details of two referees. CVs will not be accepted without a completed application form..

Any queries regarding the application process should be directed to the HR Coordinator, hr@logs.uk.com. Please send completed application forms to HR@logs.uk.com.

Lewes Old Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo Child Protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service and sign a self\-disclosure form.

Pay: £26,000\.00\-£28,000\.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension


• Cycle to work scheme


• Discounted or free food


• Gym membership


• Health \& wellbeing programme

Work Location: In person

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