Caretaker/Maintenance Assistant

We are seeking to appoint a Caretaker / Maintenance Assistant on a permanent basis to join our busy Site Team.  

The successful candidate will contribute to the smooth running of the academy by carrying out a range of maintenance duties including security and supervision of the site and related equipment and other caretaking duties including porterage, cleaning and maintenance. We are seeking an efficient, flexible and well organised person to add to our existing team. Previous experience within building maintenance or security is essential and full training will be given.

Responsibilities of the Post Holder

The main responsibilities are in accordance with the job description for Caretaker / Maintenance Assistant.

Remuneration and Working Time

The hours of work required for the role are 37 hours, 5 days per week, 52.14 weeks per annum on a shift pattern between 6am and 10pm, Monday to Friday. Flexibility is also necessary for evening and weekend work to be advised in advance. Annual salary for a Caretaker / Maintenance Assistant will be in accordance with the Academy’s Support Staff Pay Scale, which for appointment for a full-time post currently involves a salary of Band 2 Point 11 in the range of point 11–16 with an actual starting salary of £22,259 per annum. 

Salaries are reviewed by national negotiation with effect from 1^st April each year. Progression through the pay scale is subject to an acceptable annual performance development review process.

We can offer you:

·       A highly supportive and friendly working environment

·       Cycle-to-work Scheme

·       24/7 Free Employee Assistance Programme (offering individual support, information and advice including financial, legal and home-life and work-related issues)

·       CPD opportunities and Internal Promotion

·       Up to 25% Gym Membership

·       Free staff car park

·       Essex Working Well Wellbeing Service (health and wellbeing support and guidance)

·       Access to Workplace Health Champions

·       Access to Mental Health First Aiders

Application Process

If you are interested in the position and wish to discuss the post prior to application, please email Mrs D. Ologunde, Director of HR at d.ologunde@plume.essex.sch.uk, to arrange a telephone conversation. We are very proud of our academy and what we can offer new members of our collaborative team. The Director of HR will be pleased to discuss the post and provide more information about the post and the academy in general.

To apply please complete the Online Plume Academy application form (click 'Apply Now' above or below) This must be completed and submitted by the closing date and time stated (unaccompanied CV’s or third-party application forms will not be accepted).

Closing Date: 12 noon Monday, 28 April 2025

Interviews will take place as soon as possible following the closing date

Plume Academy remains fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.