Caretaker

We are pleased to announce we have an exciting opportunity here at Potens for School Caretaker.

Closing date: 06/02/2025

As part of our application process, you will be required to complete an application form. This can be requested by emailing recruitmentteam@potens-uk.com  Alternatively, please use the link below to visit our website. From there you will be able to download the application form to complete. Once you have completed the application form, please return it to recruitmentteam@potens-uk.com

You can also request a hard copy of our application form or arrange a visit to our school by calling our School Administrator on 01305 781400.

Visit our website. http://potens-uk.com/young-people/education/welcome-to-our-school/work-at-arbour-house/

What we’ll give you:

We will ensure you are rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• £13.28 per hour.
• 10-15 hours per week.
• The position is term time only, although there is a possibility for occasional hours in school holidays. You would be working between 1 to 3 hours per day. The shift start/finish times are negotiable and will be discussed at the interview.
• Contributory pension scheme if earning threshold is met.
• Confidential, supportive Employee Assistance Programme, accessible 24/7.
• Access to attractive and exclusive employee benefits including savings on shopping, leisure, and household expenses.
• A generous referral scheme.

Arbour House School is an independent SEN school with split sites – Lower and Upper, based in Weymouth and Dorchester for young people aged 6-18 with complex social, communication and learning needs.

We provide a bespoke, creative and stimulating curriculum with a particular focus on developing independent living skills and real-life learning. We aim to support our pupils to achieve to their full potential, contribute to their communities, gain meaningful employment or progress to further education.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting and coordinating all odd job tasks, and routine maintenance activities to ensure planned work, reactive breakdowns, and cyclical programs are delivered.
• Coordinate with external contractors and liaise with our central estates department.
• You will oversee the premises to ensure they meet compliant Health and Safety standards and perform basic upkeep of the external grounds.
• Maintain and manage accurate health and safety compliance records, such as water temperature checks, emergency lights, fire alarms, etc…
• Supporting with Keyholding responsibilities and being able to respond to out-of-hours callouts from the school.
• Maintain the surrounding grounds and vegetation.
• Providing support to our other site in Weymouth may be required.

• The position is term time only, although there is a possibility for occasional hours in school holidays. The hours are between 1 and 3 per day, opening up and doing a Health & safety check in the morning, then doing any repairs and locking up in the evening. The shift start/finish times are negotiable and will be discussed at the interview.

Who you are:

• It is essential that you have experience with odd job tasks and are able and willing to undertake these.
• Relevant trade qualifications are desirable but not essential.
• The post holder will have the ability to effectively communicate sensitively with all staff as well as students with Special Educational Needs.
• Flexibility to work as needed and a good team player.
• Be proficient in the basic use of Microsoft Office/ accessing and sending emails, web browsing.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• The role will be exposed to sensitive information; therefore, the role holder is expected to always maintain levels of confidentiality in line with all polices.
• The role holder is expected to be committed to equal opportunities and to promote non-discriminatory practices in all aspects of work undertaken.

Who we are:

We are a national provider of health, social and education services with over 35 years’ experience. Our employees are the driving force behind the fantastic care and support being delivered to hundreds of adults and children across the UK. Our teams are purposeful, positive, and progressive. They work hard to empower the people we support to have a voice, achieve their goals, and change their lives. We are always looking for committed, pro-active and passionate people to join us and create even more opportunities for the people we support. Join our team and have the satisfaction of knowing you’ve changed someone’s life and, in return for your hard work and passion we can give you real meaning and purpose in your work.

Safeguarding

Potens is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of the people we support throughout our facilities. All applicants will be subject to robust pre-employment checks prior to appointment; including but not exhaustive; enhanced DBS, and a minimum of two satisfactory references. Our checks will be service and role specific and can be discussed pre application if required. To view our policy on recruitment of ex-offenders please see full details Potens-Recruitment-Ex-Offenders-Policy.doc (live.com)

Potens is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of children and young people within our education facilities. All applicants will be subject to robust safeguarding checks prior to appointment; including enhanced DBS, a minimum of two satisfactory and verified references and online profile checks (Please note the latter will be completed independently of the interview panel and only regarding working with children).

Diversity

We champion diversity, and we understand the importance of our teams representing the communities and people we support. Here at Potens, you’ll find an inclusive environment where you can be yourself and where everyone is driven by the same purpose – helping people live independently, healthier, happier lives and doing our part to make a better working environment where all feel welcome and supported.

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