Job Description

Job Title Premises Maintenance Assistant

Grade & Salary Range Grade 6, SCP 8-13 - £22,777 - £24,948 per annum

Hours & Holiday 37 hours, 24 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays)

Contract Type Full time, Permanent

Reporting To Premises Manager

Additional Information The successful candidate will be engaging in regulated activity, working regularly in a location where the work gives an opportunity for contact with children.
An Enhanced DBS will be required.

Job Purpose

To assist and undertake a range of basic maintenance and repair work to the school and other buildings that The Oxford Academy manages. This will include grounds, fixtures and fittings in accordance with the Academy Health & Safety rules and regulations. The post holder will carry out appropriate tasks as assigned as part of the Academy’s planned maintenance programme and team.

Key Responsibilities

● To assist with proactively and regularly touring the buildings and site and identify repairs and maintenance issues, prioritising their resolution as necessary;

● Maintain an understanding of and be able to operate, to a basic level, all the Building
Management Systems, together with the intruder alarm and Fire security systems; Training will be given;

● Help ensure that fire evacuation routes in particular and corridors and stairwells generally are clear of all rubbish and obstructions, removing furniture cardboard and rubbish to the appropriate skips or bins for recycling or waste;

● Help ensure that the outside area, adjacent to the academy buildings, including all entrance doors are clear of rubbish, build-up of leaves and any cigarette ends etc.

● Help to ensure that the external sports surfaces are properly maintained and kept free of debris, operating grounds maintenance equipment as required;

● Assist and make minor maintenance and repairs as necessary both internally and externally;

● Assist and undertake general landscaping, (including grass cutting, weeding);
● Undertake emergency cleaning duties which may occur during the academy day e.g. clearing up ‘hazardous substances’ such as spilt chemicals, broken glass, vomit, blood etc;
● Be a key-holder;

● Be responsible for opening up and securely locking and alarming the Academy, as required, making sure the alarm system is activated at times when the Academy;

● Ensure that appropriate action is taken to ensure that access is possible for both vehicles and pedestrians in the case of icy weather or snowfall;

● Ensure the prompt delivery of parcels to the correct location on site;
● Move furniture and fittings around the site as required;
● Drive the Academy van as required to pick up or collect ordered items from local suppliers.

If a driving Licence is held and age restrictions do not apply;
● Assist and contribute to the regular inspection of the Academy mini buses and other academy vehicles to ensure that they are roadworthy and in a condition that is safe for the transport of staff and students, ensuring that they meet statutory requirements. Drive the
Academy minibuses if required;

● The Academy operates an Emergency Call Out System. The call out system involves attending site out of normal working hours in accordance with established call out procedures and practices, to make safe and restore Academy services. The Maintenance
Assistant will attend the Academy as necessary and will receive an agreed overtime rate;

● Undertake any other duties that can be accommodated within the grading level and nature of this post.

General Duties:
● To be familiar with and adhere to all Trust and School Policies;
● To fulfil your duties and responsibilities regarding safeguarding pupils and health and safety in the workplace;
● To support the aims and ethos of the school and promote good relationships with students, colleagues and parents;
● To set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance;
● To participate in the School’s arrangements for appraisal, professional development and other mandatory training;
● To undertake other such duties as may be reasonably required by the line manager which are in line with the grading of the post.

The Oxford Academy and The River Learning Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and preventing extremism; all staff must ensure that the highest priority is given to following the guidance and regulations to safeguard children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced
Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and obtain any other statutorily required clearance.
Employment will also be conditional on the receipt of at least two acceptable references (1 from current/latest employer) and evidence of the formal qualifications required for the role.

This job description is written at a specific time and is subject to change as the demands of the organisation and the role develops. The role requires flexibility and adaptability and the employees of the Academy as part of the River Learning Trust need to be aware that they may be asked to perform tasks and be given responsibilities not specified on this job description.

Personal Specification

Essential Desirable
Experience D1 or equivalent First aid at work certificate or willingness to learn

Experience of Health & Safety procedures or willingness to learn

Have a full clean driving licence

Previous experience in a similar role
Skills The ability to carry out tasks without Experience of working within a school close supervision environment

Enthusiastic, approachable and a team player

Good verbal communication & interpersonal skills

Hard working, conscientious with a good sense of humour

Good IT skills in Outlook, Word and
Excel

Ability to identify, prioritise and deal with issues as they occur

Knowledge Good knowledge of both Maths &
English

Behaviour Skills Be willing to work outside of normal hours if required

Be willing to undertake further training

A commitment to provide a high standard of support

Enjoy working with students and other adults

To have and sustain a good level of attendance at work

Respect confidentiality in discussing students and staff related information and Academy business operations

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £24,702.00-£26,873.00 per year

Benefits:

Canteen
Company car
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Free flu jabs
Free parking
On-site gym
On-site parking
Referral programme
Sick pay

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

Littlemore, OX4 6JZ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

Maintenance: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: https://www.mynewterm.com/jobs/148354/EDV-2023-OA-24677

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