Site Team Operative (Weekend)

Start date:  As soon as possible

Working pattern:

Sunday 8.15am - 4.15pm & Monday 9.30am - 5.30pm (30minutes unpaid break)

Responsible to: Commercial & Facilities Manager

Overview

Please note - We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.

Job description

Purpose

To support the Commercial & Facilities Manager in leading all associated activities in order to best
support the school in achieving its strategic objectives.
To support the running of let facilities whilst on shift (only in the absence of the Sports Centre

• Receptionist/Duty Manager), providing assistance and support to school facility users, promoting a
• customer-focused environment, generating excellent public relations and customer care.
• To support the school’s maintenance programme, ensuring helpdesk tickets are resolved within the
• set SLAs.
• To support the school’s gardening and landscaping work, focusing on keeping the grounds
• maintained to a high standard throughout the year.
• To promote the school’s aims and priorities, and to achieve targets in line with the school’s strategic
• framework and short-term priorities.

Specific Responsibilities

• This role has key holder position responsibilities, in the absence of the Sports Centre
• Receptionist/Duty Manager you will be required to open and closing of the facilities, ensuring
• security by activation of the intruder alarm.
• Oversee the running of let facilities (in the absence of Sports Centre Receptionist/Duty Manager),
• with responsibility for the lettings / activity set ups during out of school hours, plus set up for
• internal and external events within school buildings.
• As a key holder to respond to emergency call-outs in the event of fire damage, burglary, floods, snow
• or ice etc.
• Ensuring that snow and ice are cleared in order to maintain entrance, exit and communication routes
• to all buildings for pedestrians and essential delivery or emergency vehicles.
• Act as a point of contact for all stakeholders including facility users and outside contractors when
• necessary and to liaise with contractors on site when needed.
• Cleaning duties including dining rooms and emergency cleaning which may be necessary to maintain
• hygiene standards.
• Porterage/messenger duties, movement of furniture and equipment around the school.
• Carry out repairs as directed by the Commercial & Facilities Manager. Maintaining school premises,
• completing helpdesk tickets on the school's maintenance system, including internal fixtures, fittings,
• furniture, paint and decorating.
• Liaison, managing and controlling external contractors for the purpose of maintenance in the school
• and on site.
• Ensuring that washroom facilities/toilet areas are regularly inspected to maintain a high standard of
• cleanliness and that they are maintained with an adequate supply of soap, toilet rolls etc.
• Ensuring the safe storage of any flammable/toxic substance on site other than those in laboratories
• or workshops.
• Ensuring standards of safety, cleanliness and tidiness are maintained and monitored throughout the
• school and grounds
• Removal of debris and leaves from downspouts, waste pipes and ensuring that manholes and drains
• are clean and operational.
• Convey waste produce to the appropriate central refuse area as required.
• Check all fire equipment within school to ensure that it is maintained in operational condition.
• To drive the minibus, maintain the vehicle in a clean and tidy condition (internally and externally) and
• check oil, water, tyre pressures and fuel of the minibus.
• To undertake training as required.

Grounds
Specific responsibilities

• General grounds maintenance and landscaping of the site, maintaining the appearance of the school
• grounds, including any shrubs and planted areas.
• Undertake spring planting scheme with support from line manager.
• Attending to grounds maintenance contractors if and when they are working on site.
• Sweep and clear the car park/recreation areas to ensure that they are kept free from glass and other
• hazardous debris.

This job description sets out the main duties of the post at the date it was drawn up. However, it is not
intended to be an exhaustive or definitive list. Such duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the post or the level of responsibility entailed. Such variations are a common occurrence and cannot themselves justify a reconsideration of the grading of the post. You may be required to carry out other duties commensurate with your role.

Person specification

Cheltenham Bournside School will use this person specification as the selection criteria for the post, gained from applications, references, and interviews.

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant educational qualifications atschool/college/university - 

Desirable

• Experience of compliance monitoring in the workplace
• Qualified first aider

Experience, understanding and knowledge

Essential

• Experienced and proven record in carrying out general maintenance tasks to the required standard.
• Working knowledge of the application of Health and Safety legislation regarding general maintenance areas and safe systems of work
• Willing to undertake trainings courses that are relevant to thenpost and that are required for health & safety purposes.
• Computer literate and comfortable using Microsoft Office365 applications

Desirable

• Experience of working within a site team
• Experience of working in an education environment
• Knowledge of Safeguarding.
• An understanding of risk assessment.
• Lifting and handling course. Ability to work at heights and in a variety of different environments (hot, cold, humid, confined locations) as required.
• Full, current driving licence.

Personal qualities

These personal qualities are essential for creating a positive and supportive school environment that fosters the growth and development of students, staff and the broader community.

Ambition

Shows enthusiasm to excel in their role.
Takes initiative to identify and pursue opportunities for growth and improvement.

Curiosity

Possesses a natural curiosity and desire to learn new things.
Approaches challenges and opportunities with an open and curious mindset.

Pride

Punctual and reliable.
Pays careful attention to detail and takes pride in delivering high-quality work, effectively prioritising tasks to meet deadlines.

Purpose

Demonstrates a strong sense of purpose and dedication to making a positive impact on students' lives.
Is committed to serving the needs of students, parents, and the school community with purpose and intentionality.

Respect

Shows empathy and understanding towards the needs and perspectives of others.
Conducts themselves with professionalism and integrity in all interactions and communications, keeping calm when working under pressure in a busy working environment.

Support

Works collaboratively as part of a team, supporting colleagues and sharing guidance, knowledge and resources.
Provides encouragement and support to students, colleagues, and parents to help them achieve their goals.

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