Property Maintenance Apprentice

• Work under the supervision of the Caretaker and School Business Manager, while using own initiative when required and working to agreed priorities
• Carry out porterage duties, including moving, removing and positioning furniture, equipment and other items around the school site
• Order and procure required stock, materials and supplies, ensuring adequate levels are maintained at all times
• Receive deliveries and arrange the safe and appropriate storage of materials, equipment and supplies
• Supervise a small number of designated employees on a day-to-day basis, where required, maintaining positive working relationships and effective teamwork
• Complete relevant paperwork relating to the supervision of employees and support work-related training and development
• Support the health, safety and wellbeing of pupils, staff and visitors in accordance with relevant legislation and school policies
• Follow all school policies and procedures relating to safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, security and confidentiality
• Report any safeguarding, health and safety or security concerns promptly to the appropriate member of staff
• Share responsibility with the Caretaker for the security of school buildings, equipment, furniture and other site assets
• Lock and unlock school premises as required and report any security issues or deficiencies to the Caretaker and School Business Manager
• Act as a key-holder and respond to emergency callouts where required
• Support the use and management of school facilities outside normal school hours, including evening and weekend lettings where required
• Monitor and maintain delegated budgets, including recording expenditure and handling and processing cash, cheques and financial information
• Attend relevant meetings and contribute to discussions relating to the role and school operations
• Participate in training, learning activities and performance development as required
• Maintain a professional and positive image, contributing to a welcoming and inclusive school environment
• Treat pupils, staff, parents/carers, visitors, governors, contractors and other professionals with courtesy and consideration
• Contribute positively to the overall ethos, aims and work of the school
• Work effectively with and appreciate the contribution of other professionals and members of the school community
• Work safely when undertaking manual lifting and handling duties, following relevant health and safety procedures and assessing the risks associated with lifting tasks
• Carry out duties both indoors and outdoors and work in a range of weather conditions
• Communicate effectively with members of the public, teaching staff, governors, parents/carers, community groups, local authorities and external providers
• Deal professionally with challenging or antisocial behaviour from members of the public, parents/carers or site users where required
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with GDPR and the Data Protection Act when handling information relating to pupils, staff and parents/carers
• Remain vigilant for signs of abuse or safeguarding concerns and report any concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead or Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads
• Support and uphold the school’s commitment to equality, diversity and equal opportunities
• Carry out duties with reasonable adjustments where appropriate, in accordance with the Equality Act
• Demonstrate the required level of fluent English for this customer-facing role

Property Maintenance Operative Level 2.

Potential full-time role upon completion of apprenticeship. 

5 Primary Schools in the Keighley area. Denholme Primary School Eastwood Community School Holycroft Primary School Parkwood Primary School Victoria Primary School.