Start Date: ASAP

Contract Type: Permanent

Scale: 5.12 – 5.15

Salary: £31,524 - £32,931 p.a Inclusive of Outer London Allowance

Weeks: 52.14

 Reports to: Operations Manager

Job Purpose:

To be responsible for the daily management of the schools estates, meeting the security and maintenance needs of the schools.

Ensuring the schools comply with all current legislations relating to site safety and management.

To promote and participate in achieving:

• -       the most efficient and economic use of the schools’ premises, facilities, plant, equipment and materials,
• -       a culture of excellence and continuous improvement for estate practices and standards

You will:

• ·       Encourage and take part in optimising the efficient and economical use of the school's premises, facilities, plant, equipment, and material
• ·       Promote and participate in achieving a culture of excellence and continuous improvement for estate practices and standards.
• ·       An understanding of health, safety and security issues and relevant legislation affecting schools
• ·       Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• ·       Ability to work independently and to lead a team
• ·       Be able to competently carry out repairs and maintenance with experience of premises maintenance issues
• ·       Ability to multitask and be flexible to deal with the 'unexpected'
• ·       Willing to complete any necessary training

The successful candidate will be part of a positive environment, with dedicated and supportive colleagues who strive for excellence.

In return you will be working with friendly colleagues in a stimulating  and welcoming learning environment.

Our Way of LIFE

Our Purpose is 'To build great learning communities where children flourish’ and at LIFE Education Trust we work collaboratively to ensure that everything we do can positively impact the lives of our pupils and employees.

To accomplish our purpose, we use our 3 core beliefs: ‘Courageous Optimism’, ‘Boundless Creativity’ & ‘Heartfelt Compassion’. We believe in helping colleagues and pupils achieve their personal best and we strive to recruit first class talent for our Trust.

We are looking for individuals who share our passion for providing excellent learning environments, making our schools the best they can be and having a positive impact in the community. You will be joining an organisation that can offer you many opportunities to progress and make a real difference.

Applications:

Details of how to apply can be found on the school website: https://benhurst.havering.sch.uk/vacancies

Applications close at 9am on Monday 22^nd April 2025.

Interviews will take place shortly after.

For further information about this role, please contact the People team via email at recruitment@lifeeducationtrust.com.

Visits to the school are welcomed.