Estates Assistant

Education and qualifications

Relevant educational qualifications at school/college

First Aid qualification (or willing to complete the course)

Pool Plant

Health and Safety

Professional knowledge and experience

Sound, practical DIY skills including repairs and decorating

Familiarity with relevant Health and Safety and safe working practices

Ability to build good relationships with young people, colleagues and staff

Awareness of security safety procedures including key holder/lock up procedures

Experience of security safety procedures including key holder/lock up procedures

Experience in manual services and labour across a range of duties

School or college environment experience

Porterage of items around a large site

Parcel collection and delivery

Swimming pool and plant operation

Experience of water management

Caretaking/cleaning/site of similar services experience

Traits and competencies

Committed to and good understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection practice and procedure

Able to carry out routine tasks without close supervision

Able to identify, prioritise and deal with issues as they occur

A ‘self-starter’ with the ability to motivate self, prioritise effectively and meet deadlines

Someone who is:

• Willing to work outside of normal hours if required
• Flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances
• Enthusiastic, approachable and team spirited

Willingness to be involved in and contribute to the development of the department and extra-curricular activities