Jobs, fresher vacancy - Residential Caretaker • Surrey

Company: Ad Warrior Ltd

Surrey

Residential CaretakerLocation: Farnham, SurreySalary: Competitive, and benchmarked across the sectorHours: Full time, permanentThe RoleThe School is seeking a highly motivated caretaker who will provide security and portering services to all areas of the School. The caretaker will help to maintain the School premises, limit the possibility of damage or loss of property and minimise risks to the health and safety of those using the School site. Please note that this role requires the successful candidate to live on site and will be expected to perform some duties outside of regular hours.Key Responsibilities Primary key holder and security of the School grounds and buildings Some driving required, for example driving mini buses for school trips or picking up suppliesEnsure buildings and site are secure and unlocked/locked on a timely basisLiaising with the Events Manager in managing access for lettings activitiesMaintaining infrastructure for access during extreme weatherTo be able to deal with emergency services when the situation arisesPart of the on-call team on a rota basisProviding a porter service to ensure rooms are set ready for school activities.Take delivery and dispatch goods and materialsMaintain a clean and tidy site Other responsibilities: Direct external contractors where necessary, ensuring all relevant health and safety measures are carried out and contractors are accompanied in line with the School’s Safeguarding policyConduct regular site inspections and undertake minor repairs where necessary. This includes but is not limited to, painting, carpentry, plumbing and glazingAssist in health and safety compliance checks including but not limited to legionella, fire safety, outdoor play equipment, swimming poolCarry out emergency cleaningManage parking for School eventsHelp manage the fleet of school mini buses, Report any faults or damage to the Estates team in a timely mannerTo undertake any other duties which, from time to time, may be necessary Skills and Qualifications Essential: Basic level of education including literacy and numeracyFull UK driving licenceKnowledge of Health & Safety practicesA reliable and effective team player who works collaboratively and effectively with othersGood communication skills (both written and oral)Committed to excellence in customer service provisionWillingness to undertake further training and learn new skillsHold a positive and strong ‘can do’ attitude; able to take the initiative when necessary; enthusiastic and willing to contribute Self-motivated, with the ability to work under pressure, prioritise own workload to meet changing and conflicting deadlines Desirable: Experience in schools or residential environments Benefits Competitive contributory occupational pension schemesDeath in service benefit up to the age of 70 (if not already included in occupational pension scheme)Cash Health Plan currently provided by +MedicashPayment for eye tests for users of visual display screenEquipment, and a contribution currently amounting to £50 to the cost of any corrective eye wear (normally claimable once every 3 years)Personal Accident insuranceAccess to an Employee Assistance ProgrammeMembership of the Charterhouse School Sports CentreMembership of the Charterhouse School’s 9-hole golf course at a reduced subscriptionParticipation in a ‘Cycle to Work’ scheme (subject to eligibility)Salary sacrifice on electric vehicles (subject to eligibility)Lunches, during your normal working day when availableFree on-site parkingInvitations to school productions and concerts throughout the yearContinuing professional development as part of their talent management programme To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application.https://edgeborough.co.uk/work-for-us/