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School Estates Officer

Queensbury Academy

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Dunstable, East of England, United Kingdom
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Queensbury Academy

Our school is proud to be part of Anthem, a multi-academy trust that creates ambitious and successful schools where every child thrives.

Queensbury Academy is an 11 to 18 co-educational comprehensive academy, with a growing sixth form, situated in South Bedfordshire. Queensbury Academy is proud to be the school of choice in Dunstable and offers a diverse and inclusive community where young people develop the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to grow in learning and in life.

Role purpose

To support the safe, clean, secure, and well-maintained operation of the school's premises and facilities. The School Estates Officer will work as part of the premises team under the direction of the School Estates Manager, carrying out a range of practical maintenance, cleaning support, grounds, and security duties to ensure the school site is a safe, welcoming, and functional environment for pupils, staff, and visitors.

Main duties and responsibilities

Health & Safety and Statutory Compliance

Carry out routine health and safety checks as directed by the School Estates Manager (Secondary) or Regional Estates Manager (Primary) (e.g. fire door checks, emergency lighting tests, water flushing records)

Report any health and safety hazards, defects, or maintenance issues to the School Estates Manager promptly

Follow all health and safety policies and procedures, including safe use of equipment and hazardous substances (COSHH)

Participate in fire drills and support evacuation procedures as directed

Maintain accurate records for all checks and tasks completed

Estates and Facilities Management

Carry out routine maintenance and minor repairs across the school site as directed and within the scope of competence (e.g. painting, basic joinery, replacing light bulbs, fixing fixtures and fittings)

Set-up and takedown furniture, equipment, and rooms for school events, examinations, lettings, and meetings as required

Maintain the cleanliness and presentation of internal and external areas of the school site, including corridors, toilets, changing rooms, and communal spaces, working alongside the cleaning team as required

Carry out grounds maintenance duties including litter picking, sweeping paths, clearing drains, maintaining external areas, emptying bins and assisting with winter gritting/snow clearance

Support the operation and basic maintenance checks of plant rooms, boiler rooms, and utility systems under the direction of the School Estates Manager

Take receipt of, move, and distribute deliveries and stock across the site

Contractor Management

Sign in and direct contractors on site in accordance with school procedures

Support the School Estates Manager in monitoring contractor activity and reporting any concerns

Risk Management and Reporting

Record and report any maintenance faults, defects, or safety concerns using the school's reporting system

Maintain accurate records for all premises activities, inspections, and tasks as directed

Report any incidents or near misses on site to the School Estates Manager immediately

General Responsibilities

Uphold and promote the trust's values, policies, and procedures at all times

Maintain a professional and courteous manner when dealing with staff, pupils, parents, contractors, and visitors

Participate in training and development activities as required by the School Estates Manager or Regional Estates Manager

Support the wider school community by assisting with school events, open evenings, productions, and other activities that require premises assistance

Manage and use tools, equipment, and materials responsibly and safely

Undertake security arrangements such as opening and locking up the school site

Carry out any other reasonable duties as directed by the School Estates Manager (Secondary) or Regional Estates Manager (Primary), commensurate with the grade and nature of the post. Including supporting local schools within the region with support and capacity as identified

Working Pattern

Term Time

  • Monday to Thursday: 11:00am - 7:00pm (30-minute unpaid lunch break)
  • Friday: 11:30am - 7:00pm (30-minute unpaid lunch break)

School Holiday Periods

  • Monday to Thursday: 8:30am - 4:30pm (30-minute unpaid lunch break)
  • Friday: 9:00am - 4:30pm (30-minute unpaid lunch break)

Scope and Limitations

The principal responsibilities and tasks set out above are not intended to be exhaustive. The need for flexibility, accountability and team working is required. The post-holder is expected to carry out any other related duties that are within the employee's skills and abilities, commensurate with the post's grade and whenever reasonably instructed.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

The successful candidate will have a right to work in the UK.

Anthem Schools Trust uses standardised job titles across its schools to support consistency and career progression. The title of this role is School Estates Officer.

Within the education sector and wider employment market, equivalent roles may also be referred to as Caretaker, Site Assistant, Facilities assistant or similar.

Employees may wish to reference these equivalent sector-recognised titles when describing their experience and responsibilities in job applications, CVs or professional profiles. The contractual title of the post remains School Estates Officer.

Benefits

As part of Anthem Schools Trust, staff benefit from a supportive working environment and access to a range of employee benefits, including health and wellbeing support, professional development opportunities and financial benefits.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, visitors and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, suitable references and other essential checks. Staff involved in recruitment and selection are trained in safer recruitment, and all staff and volunteers undertake child protection training.

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