Property Maintenance Apprentice

About the role

Join our team and be a vital part of our school community! 🌟 We're looking for someone who can jump in, take initiative, and help keep things running smoothly.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Moving & Grooving: Handle porterage duties, which means moving furniture, equipment, and other items around the school. Think of yourself as a logistics pro! 🚚
• Stock Up & Ship Out: Order and manage supplies to ensure we always have what we need. 📦
• Delivery Driver Extraordinaire: Receive deliveries and store everything safely and efficiently.
• Team Player & Leader: When needed, you'll supervise a small team, fostering positive vibes and teamwork. 🤝
• Paperwork Powerhouse: Complete necessary paperwork for employee supervision and training.
• Safety First! Support the health, safety, and wellbeing of everyone on-site, following all school policies and procedures. Your vigilance helps keep us all secure. 🛡️
• Security Guardian: Share responsibility for the security of school buildings and assets. You'll be a key-holder and might need to respond to emergencies. 🔑
• Facility Fanatic: Assist with the use and management of school facilities, including events outside of normal hours (evenings/weekends). 🌙
• Budget Boss: Help manage delegated budgets, track spending, and handle financial transactions. 💰
• Meeting Maven: Attend relevant meetings and contribute your valuable insights. 🗣️
• Growth Mindset: Participate in training and development to keep your skills sharp. 🌱
• Professional Presence: Maintain a professional and positive image, contributing to a welcoming and inclusive environment. 😊
• Courtesy Champion: Treat everyone with respect and consideration – students, staff, visitors, and contractors.
• Community Contributor: Work effectively with all members of the school community.
• Safety Superstars: Work safely, especially during manual lifting, assessing risks as you go.
• All-Weather Warrior: Duties can be indoors or outdoors, in various weather conditions. ☀️🌧️
• Communication King/Queen: Communicate effectively with a wide range of people. 💬
• Problem Solver: Handle challenging situations professionally when they arise.
• Confidentiality Crusader: Uphold confidentiality and GDPR regulations. 🤫
• Safeguarding Sentinel: Be vigilant for safeguarding concerns and report them promptly. Your role is crucial in protecting our students. ❤️
• Equality Advocate: Support our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

What We're Looking For:

• The ability to work under supervision while also using your own initiative.
• A commitment to maintaining positive working relationships and effective teamwork.
• Attention to detail when it comes to paperwork and stock management.
• A proactive approach to health, safety, and security.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A professional and positive attitude.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Fluent English, especially for customer-facing interactions.

Key responsibilities

• Work under the supervision of the Caretaker and School Business Manager.
• Carry out porterage duties, including moving and positioning furniture and equipment.
• Order and procure required stock, materials and supplies.
• Receive deliveries and arrange the safe storage of materials and supplies.
• Support the health, safety and wellbeing of pupils, staff and visitors.