Estates Officer (Gildredge House)

East Sussex County Council

  • Eastbourne, East Sussex
  • £23,114 per year
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 13 days ago
Job introductionSalary: £23,114 per annum pro rata
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-timeClosing date: Wednesday 13 December 2023
Interview date: January 2024How to apply: please complete an Application Form, available from the school website:
Please complete the Application for Employment and return toAbout the roleWe are looking to appoint an Estates Officer to work within our Estates Team.
  • Do you enjoy working in a busy and varied environment?
  • Are you someone who likes working as part of a small team within a large organisation?
  • Are you flexible, resilient and able to work quickly and efficiently?
  • Do you understand the importance of safeguarding young people?
If the answer is yes then Gildredge House would like to meet you.At Gildredge House each individual is known and valued. You will join a strong team of inspirational staff working within an environment that is both stimulating and fun. If you take pride in your work and have the ability to prioritise and manage your time effectively, then we would love to hear from you.Other benefits: LGPS Pension Scheme, Free on-site Parking, Uniform provided and generous 26 days’ holiday plus 8 days bank holiday (pro rata for part-time employees). Estates Officer:Job Description
The primary purpose of this post is to carry out a range of duties which contribute to the health & safety, maintenance, repair and security of the school’s facilities.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS
Estates
  • Day to day routine estates management including completion of necessary documentation
  • Work with the Estates team to ensure the security of the school
  • Supervise car park as required
  • Undertake general daily cleaning duties
  • Support grounds maintenance to ensure that the school is presented to a high standard
  • Set out and put away furniture and equipment as required for assemblies, exams or special events and to undertake general porterage
  • To remove broken or unwanted items
  • Respond to premises emergencies as necessary
  • Challenge any unauthorised persons on school premises, escort off site if safe to do so (calling for assistance if required) and report incident to the Estates Manager
  • Carry out duties with a commitment to equality of opportunities
  • Support the Gildredge House policies
  • Participate with the Gildredge House proactive energy conservation ethos
Health and Safety
  • First aider within the school daily structure
  • Carry out duties of the post acting in accordance with the school Health and Safety policy
  • Attend to sickness or minor accidents as required, by carrying out minor first aid and summoning relevant assistance
  • Carry out duties in accordance with Gildredge House safeguarding policy and procedures
Professional Development
  • Undertake relevant training to ensure that individual professional development enables further enhancement of skills and qualities to deliver support in the most effective manner
As a member of the support staff, this role is line managed by the Estates Business Manager and is responsible to the Director of Finance and Administration. Job descriptions may be updated by the Head Teacher from time to time to accommodate the changing needs of the school. The Estates Assistant may be required to undertake other duties as reasonably be required by the Head Teacher.The deadline for applications is Wednesday 13th December 2023. If you are interested in the position, please complete an Application Form, available from the school website:Please complete the Application for Employment and return to by 9.00am on Wednesday 13th December 2023.
We look forward to hearing from you.Additional informationYour starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.

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