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Caretaker Opportunity at Ripple Education
Do you want to contribute to creating ripples of positive change in the world of education?
At Ripple Education, we are an Education Supply Agency providing high-quality supply teachers and support staff to schools in the North East.
We are looking for a committed Caretaker to join our team and work in a school in the Hexham/Haydon Bridge area.
About the Role
With Ripple Education, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your skills, receive bespoke support and training, and become a valued, respected member of the Ripple community.
Our Senior Leadership Team consists of friendly, experienced teachers who are passionate about schools. We place children, schools, and teachers at the heart of everything we do, ensuring every member of our team makes positive contributions to children and a school’s success.
If our ethos resonates with you, we’d love to hear from you! Visit www.rippleeducation.co.uk to learn more.
Person Specification: Minimum Essential Requirements
- Right to work in the UK
- Minimum of 2 references
- Enhanced DBS (Child Workforce)
- Already on the Update Service or willing to undertake it
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Experience & Qualifications (Preferred but not Essential)
- Experience working as a caretaker and/or site manager
- Experience working in a school environment
Key Responsibilities
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Maintenance and Repairs:
- Conduct routine maintenance and minor repairs across school premises to ensure a safe, clean, and well-maintained environment.
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Health and Safety Compliance:
- Regularly inspect the school for potential hazards, ensuring full compliance with health and safety regulations.
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Site Security:
- Open and close the school
- Manage alarms and ensure premises are secure at all times
- Handle out-of-hours emergencies if required
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Cleaning and Tidiness:
- Oversee general cleanliness of communal areas
- Manage waste disposal
- Ensure classrooms, hallways, and other areas are presentable
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Support for School Events:
- Assist with setting up and taking down equipment and furniture for events, meetings, or assemblies as needed.
Work-Related Circumstances
- Ability to work flexibly
- Willingness to participate in training
- Strong commitment to ensuring a safe environment for children
- Thorough knowledge of safeguarding procedures
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What Ripple Education Offers
- Employee mentoring and support programme
- Comprehensive training opportunities
- Financial planning services
- Flexitime to assist work-life balance
- Pension scheme
- Holiday pay
How to Apply
Choose Option 1 or Option 2 below to apply:
Option 1: Send your CV for review. Our team will then send you an application form to complete and return.
Option 2: Complete and submit our Application Form directly.
As part of our safer recruitment process, we require an application form prior to any interview.
Our Commitment to Equality & Safeguarding
Ripple Education is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.
Any candidates joining us must fully engage with and pass our rigorous safeguarding and recruitment procedures before being considered for any placement.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and all staff must share this commitment.
Join us today and help create positive change in education!
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