Facilities Services Operative Apprentice

Duties Include:

To be responsible for the keyholding, security and health and safety aspects of the premises and its content (including keyholding) To form part of the emergency standby team providing emergency access to the school site Lock/unlock school buildings and areas Assist with regular security checks Operate alarm systems where appropriate Cover lettings when necessary To uphold and comply with the security provisions of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and any other relevant legislation or Schools Policies and procedures relating to Health & Safety at work Assist with repairs e.g. minor plumbing, changing light bulbs, unblocking drains, repairing furniture To ensure that all services, (heating, lighting and plumbing) are operating to satisfactory standards Collect and assemble waste for collection Undertake cleaning duties including graffiti removal, litter-picking Undertake emergency cleaning duties Undertake routine “client” tasks in connection with premises-related contractors, e.g. cleaning, grounds maintenance To be responsible for all contractors undertaking cleaning and maintenance work. To monitor operations and submit written reports when required To ensure high standards of cleaning and maintenance throughout the premises Provide emergency access to the school site Undertake activities to maintain safe and clean external environment e.g. gritting To assist in the development, organisation and preparation of facilities for a varied programme of activities and events on the premises including porterage, receipt of deliveries and lettings Effectively manage and administer activities relating to letting and all other site services in accordance with the Lion Academy trust practices and procedures To arrange and assist with the movement of furniture, equipment and materials as required, to satisfy the needs of varied site activities in accordance with the Health and Safety Policy To work those hours required by the nature of the service including evenings To be reasonably available the weekend duties and to attend emergencies during evenings and weekends. To hold site keys as required

Training:

Facilities Services Operative Apprenticeship, to include:

Level 2 Facilities Services Operative Functional Skills (as required) Employment Rights and Responsibilities PLTS Blended on/off the job training and location to be confirmed

Training Outcome:
Possible permanent employment once completed the Apprenticeship

Employer Description:
The Lion Academy Trust was established in 2012 and has grown to run schools in London, Essex and Wellingborough. As a values-driven multi-academy trust, our moral foundations are the basis for the successes we have achieved Our latest school will open in September 2024 - with places on offer for all nursery aged children (0-5) and for children starting primary school in Reception. We will offer 30 places in Reception and up to 56 places in the nursery - with extended hours and wrap-around care being on offer from the first day to support local, working parents who are looking for a convenient, quality-based childcare service to meet their needs.

Working Hours :
Monday – Friday (Monday - Thursday) AM Shift: 06:30 - 10:30 PM Shift: 15:00 - 18:30 Friday: 15:30 - 18:30

Skills:
Communication skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Worked with children,Can maintain confidentiality,Promote the ethos,Able to travel