Eko Trust is a family of good and outstanding schools situated across London and Suffolk. We work together to cultivate a supportive environment where our collective goal is to constantly learn, innovate and deliver unparalleled educational outcomes for the children under our care.
If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact in education and thrive in a collaborative, progressive, fast paced atmosphere, this is the perfect opportunity to contribute to a community committed to excellence.
The postholder will divide their time between Gainsborough School, Gainsborough Rd, London E15 3AF and Eko Hub, North St, London E13 9HN. Gainsborough school is a mainstream primary school with a resource base for pupils with ASD. From 1 September Eko Hub will be the main base of the Eko Trust Central Team and will also provide a temporary home for a Special School for children with ASD.
Hours of work will be:
10.30 am - 6.30 pm Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri
11.30 am - 8.30pm Weds
Flexibility will be required to meet the needs of the sites and manage any absence cover
We are looking for someone to make sure that both of these sites are safe, secure and welcoming.
The successful applicant will:
Provide a comprehensive site management service
Line manage and supervise the work of assigned Site Operatives and manage site cover across both sites
Ensure that the school premises are safe and well maintained.
We are looking for someone who:
Has a strong working knowledge of Health & Safety and compliance requirements.
Has excellent handy skills
Is able to communicate with adults and children politely and effectively
Is organised and works in a timely way
Has a track record of effective premises delivery
Is able to manage budgets
Is able to work effectively with contractors
Takes responsibility for their own and their team’s personal development including training and internal appraisal
Is highly professional and takes great pride in their work
Has a flexible and creative approach
Our Trust can offer:
Supportive and friendly staff who work together as a team
Forward-thinking approaches to learning, professional development, and school improvement
Continuous professional development & learning opportunities
Employee benefits scheme offering great discounts from a range of brands
Salary sacrifice schemes such as Cycle to Work
Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 access to a confidential employee helpline staffed by trained counsellors
Access to private GP services, counselling, financial wellbeing advice, physiotherapy, and other specialist services
Family-friendly policies and options for flexible working
A commitment to your career aspirations and professional development
A clear vision for the future and strong values
Visits are welcomed. Please contact Barbara Sims (Executive Principal) on barbara.sims@ekotrust.org.uk to arrange this or for any further information.
Eko Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils attending our schools. As the duties of this post involve regular contact with children, any offer to the successful candidate will be conditional upon an Enhanced DBS check being completed. This post is also subject to a satisfactory probationary period and medical clearance.
Jill Cameron
07757927341
jcameron@ekotrust.org.uk