Caretaker - Ysgol Bryn Derw ASD Special School

Cyflog: Grade 1, SCP 2 - 3, £22,366 - £22,737 pro rata, per annum

Caretaker - Ysgol Bryn Derw ASD Special School
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Post No. POSN003894 - Caretaker - Ysgol Bryn Derw ASD Special School

Ysgol Bryn Derw are seeking to appoint a caretaker to work 20 hours a week between 7am and 11am Monday to Friday, for 52 weeks per year. Holidays are to be taken during school holiday periods.

Ysgol Bryn Derw opened in September 2017 for young people aged 3-19 who have been diagnosed with ASD and associated complex learning needs. In September 2024 the school will have 120 pupils across 2 sites and the school and aims to provide the highest possible standards of education and support for all its pupils regardless of their level of educational need. We are looking for a committed caretaker who will thrive on this exciting opportunity and who will be able to engage with and work alongside the specific needs of the pupils in this specialised setting.

The Governing Body are committed to appointing a caretaker who:

• Has good literacy and numeracy skills

• Has good communication skills

• Has experience of caretaking or experience of premises management, building cleaning or building maintenance

• Is flexible

• Is able to use own initiative

• Is able to carry out general repairs

• Is able to lift and carry heavy items

• Has excellent interpersonal skills

• Is able to manage own work effectively

Closing Date for Applications: 22nd August 2024

Short Listing: week commencing 26th August 2024

Interviews scheduled for: 3rd September 2024

We are legally obliged to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. If you are invited to interview, you will be asked to provide appropriate documents such as your full birth certificate/passport/work permit in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

We welcome applications for all our jobs in either Welsh or English. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population that we serve and particularly welcomes applications from people from minority ethnic communities represented (or living) in the city. Selection will be made on ability and skills to undertake the role.

Our values – Fairness for all, Making a difference, Being responsible, Working together
Ein gwerthoedd – Tegwch ar gyfer pawb, Gwneud Gwahaniaeth, Bod yn gufrifol, Gweithio gydan gilydd