Vacancies

Caretaker

We are looking to appoint a Caretaker to join our school as soon as possible on a permanent contract for 25 hours per week, 52 weeks per year with paid holiday entitlement, working a split shift arrangement.

The Caretaker will provide maintenance, cleaning and security services within the school. We are therefore looking for a hard-working, conscientious and self-motivated individual – someone willing to go that extra mile to ensure that our school is secure and that our health and safety standards are well maintained to ensure a welcoming and safe environment for the whole school community.

Some specific duties will include;

Unlock & lock the school and carry out security checks on the building including identifying any security risks;
Undertake weekly lettings;
Carry out and record basic checks and help maintain Health and Safety records;
Supporting the maintenance of property and grounds which will include some gardening duties and liaising with contractors;
Monitor site stock and order supplies;
Undertake/assist with the receipt, distribution, collection and despatch of goods;
Experience of DIY and ability to carry out minor repairs ie plumbing, changing light bulbs, unblocking drains, repairing furniture, general maintenance and decorating competently;
Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety, confidentiality, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person;
Willingness to attend training courses including Health and Safety;
Undertake cleaning whilst supervising the team of cleaners

Previous experience would be beneficial but training will be provided. The successful candidate will be required to act as a key holder.

A copy of the job description and person specification is available from the school office.

Visits to the school are warmly welcome by arrangement with the Headteacher, Miss Clare Kelly (Tel: 01924 242917) up to the closing date. This is to provide candidates with the opportunity to look around school and to discuss the position in further detail.

Closing Date: 28/06/18

Interview Date: Week commencing 02/07/18

Teaching Assistant SEN (Temporary 1 year contract until 31/08/19)

Dane Royd Junior and Infant School is an inclusive school where the wellbeing of every child matters to us and we recognise the importance of parents and the school working together to support children's education. The whole staff work together as a team, fully supported by our dedicated, skilled and talented leadership team, to ensure that our children reach their full potential.

The Governing Body is seeking to appoint an experienced and competently skilled person to work with our hardworking, friendly Early Years Foundation Stage Team in supporting a child with special educational needs. This is a temporary one year contract. You will be a capable communicator, able to work with parents/carers and with other professionals. The successful candidate will work with the support of the class teacher and other professionals to ensure progress, safety and care are in place for the individual child.

The successful candidate will be supported by our professional team who will offer an opportunity to further develop a career in early years practice.

The successful applicant will be:

A caring and reflective practitioner
Flexible and resilient
An excellent communicator at all levels
A team player who is supportive of the school ethos
Inspirational and enables children to achieve their personal best
Highly motivated
Committed to high standards
Creative and forward thinking
Will be experienced in leading sporting activities
Will be educated in health and social needs of children
Will be experienced in supporting children with SEN

In return, we can offer:

A supportive and forward-thinking leadership team
A commitment to your professional development
High quality professional development
Children who are eager to learn and a pleasure to support
Friendly colleagues who believe there are no limits to what we can achieve for our children

A copy of the job description and person specification is available from the school office. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit the school by contacting the school office for an appointment on 01924 242917.

Closing Date: 26/06/18

Interview Date: 28/06/18

Enrichment beyond the classroom

For more information

call us on: 01924 242917

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