Site Assistant

Duties and responsibilities 1. General 1.1 Security of the School's buildings and grounds. 1.2 Operation of the school's heating plant. 1.3 General porterage duties including movement of furniture and equipment within the school. 1.4 Handyperson’s duties may include minor repairs to furniture or fixtures and non-specialist decorating tasks. 1.5 Daily and periodic cleaning of designated areas of the school buildings and grounds according to schedule of work. 2.1 The postholder will have responsibility for specific caretaking tasks and for specific areas of the school but can expect to assist the Trust Facilities Manager in a full range of caretaking duties anywhere in the school if required, including dealing with bodily fluids. 2.2 Some of the work may need to be done outdoors such as repairs and security checks in wet weather and the cleaning of playgrounds. 2.3 To support trades people visiting the site. Ensuring they follow site guidelines, procedures, and protocols. 2.4 Responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people with whom he/she comes into contact with. 2.5 To ensure all tasks are carried out with due regards to Health and Safety. 2.6 To undertake appropriate professional development including adhering to the principle of performance management. 2.7 To adhere to the ethos of the school. 2.8 To promote the agreed vision and aims of the school. 2.9 Any other duties as commensurate within the grade in order to ensure the smooth running of the school.