Roof Cleaning jobs in Swindon

JOB PURPOSE

Reporting to the Estates Manager, and with day-to-day supervision and assistance from the Maintenance Lead, the Maintenance Assistant is responsible for the provision of maintenance at the school as part of a team and for maintaining and promoting a safe working environment.

The role will have a particular focus on painting work, both inside and outside, and as well as gutter and roof clearance, including Work at Height. Full training and all equipment will be provided.

The Maintenance Assistant will be required to help in the grounds on occasion, be an active and supportive member of the whole of the Estates Team including grounds staff, and help with some furniture moving and set up for school events.

Monday to Friday approx. 8:00am to 4:30pm with half an hour unpaid lunch break. Limited Saturday morning work on a rota in term time only, with time taken off in lieu, after experience and site knowledge has been gained.

The post-holder is expected to be flexible for special events and able to work some overtime, including evening and weekends, in conjunction with the other Estates team members. Overtime will either be taken as time off in lieu (TOIL) or be paid at time and a half.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES:

· To undertake a range of planned and reactive minor maintenance work, as agreed with the Estates Manager and Maintenance Lead, with regard to the day-to-day maintenance of the premises and furnishings. There will be a particular focus on clearing gutters, flat roofs and rainwater outlets as well as decorating, both internal and external. This will involve working at height. Work will also include minor plumbing, changing light bulbs, unblocking drains, repairing door furniture, window cleaning, emergency repairs/making safe, and statutory checks such as fire extinguishers, smoke detectors and legionella flushing. All work to be done in compliance with legislative and Health and Safety requirements. Training will be given.

· To assist with arrangements for major maintenance work to be carried out, to include escorting contractors and others to sites of repair and maintenance, and assisting with monitoring the safety of their working practices.

· To assist with the checking and maintenance of the swimming pools. To provide cover for the team member responsible for daily checks of chemical levels, visual inspections and weekly cleaning routines. To report the need for any repair or maintenance to the Estates Manager. Training for this role will be given.

· To collect and assemble waste and ensure that it is either recycled or disposed of appropriately.

· To assist with the receiving of deliveries of goods and equipment and distributing as appropriate.

· To undertake general porterage duties including the setting up and putting away of furniture as necessary

· To help with keeping paths clean around the School including leaf blowing, gritting and moving snow

· To be a standby minibus driver for sports fixtures and morning/evening minibus runs

· To carry out administration linked to the post eg. sending and receiving emails, filing, record keeping

· To promote and ensure the health and safety of pupils, staff & visitors (in accordance with appropriate health & safety legislation) at all times

· To attend training courses as necessary and required, and to maintain driving, lifting and other relevant licences up to date

· To carry a radio, be contactable at all times whilst onsite and at work, and willing to help all staff, parents, visitors and pupils when requested

· To carry out any other duties that might be considered to be commensurate with the post, as required

· All staff, contractors, volunteers have a responsibility and duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of pupils. Staff must be aware of the systems within the School which support safeguarding and must act in accordance with the School’s Safeguarding & Child Protection policy and Code of Conduct. Staff will receive appropriate child protection training which is regularly updated.

Pay: Up to £28,740.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life insurance
• Sick pay

Application question(s):

• Can you reliably commute to Minchinhampton Common, Stroud? We are not reachable via public transport.

Work Location: In person