Gardener/Handyperson - Mount Pleasant Primary School

Schools
Primary Schools
Mount Pleasant Primary School
Casual
1
Victoria Rd, Lockwood, Huddersfield HD1 3RT
Casual
Grade 2
£8.50 per hour

Commence: As soon as possible

We are seeking to appoint a Gardener/Handyperson who will work to support the school in all areas of maintenance, cleanliness, health and safety and security. The successful candidate will work closely with the Schools Caretaker to ensure that pupils, staff, Governors and visitors are able to work in a welcoming, clean and safe environment.

Our ideal candidate will be:

  • a hardworking and reliable individual who will play a key part in helping maintain our school environment and who will have a sense of pride in their role and in our school.
  • able to maintain high standards of cleanliness/workmanship within the school and be competent and confident in carrying out building maintenance work i.e. minor plumbing, repairs, joinery etc. in an efficient and safe manner to a high standard.
  • able to organise and prioritise work effectively and be reliable with time-keeping.
  • aware of health and safety requirements and be able to identify any health and safety risks and deal with accordingly.
  • able to work on their own initiative and be proactive.

Mount Pleasant Primary School is a thriving, happy and successful school. We have good links with our local community and work hard to ensure pupils have positive, enriching experiences during their time with us.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff are subject to an enhanced DBS check. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

If you would like to be considered for this position, then we would like to hear from you. Visits to the school are encouraged – these can be arranged by contact the school office (Tel: 01484 223198).

To apply for this job, please download and complete the application form attached. A CV is not required.

Application forms can be submitted via post and should be marked for the attention of the Headteacher. Alternatively, they can be emailed to mpps.jobs@kirkleeseducation.uk

The closing date is by 12pm on Friday 25th September. Please note that only correct and fully completed application, submitted before the closing deadline, will be considered.

This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level, please refer to the Job Description/Profile.  A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

25 September 2020, 12:00 PM

Important Information

This vacancy is closed to applications.