Permanent, subject to the satisfactory completion of a six month probationary period.

Required as soon as possible, owing to the retirement of the present postholder.

Hours of work to be confirmed, but a split shift approximately: Monday - Thursday 6.30 am - 9.30 am 2.30 pm - 6.00 pm (5.30 pm Friday)

The Governors are seeking to appoint a friendly, competent, hardworking, caretaker who enjoys working with staff and children to ensure that Shotley Bridge Infant School is the best school it can possibly be. Some training will be provided if required.

Key responsibilities include:

The security of the premises and its contents (including the operation of the intruder alarm and security system and keyholder responsibility. This may include unsocial hours callout)

• Cleaning of the school
• Supervising other cleaning staff
• Lighting and heating duties
• Basic Grounds maintenance
• Minor repairs and gardening
• Handy person and porterage duties
• Keeping the Headteacher informed about the needs of the school
• The ability to work unsupervised using initiative and also to work as part of our school team
• Other duties as may be commensurate with the post

Application Forms, job description and person spec. are available from school, on receipt of a large stamped addressed envelope or by calling in or by emailing at the above email address. Please return applications to school by Noon on the 15th December 2011.

Visits to the school, by prior arrangement, are warmly welcomed and encouraged.

The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory CRB Enhanced Disclosure.

Durham County Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We want to develop a more diverse workforce and we positively welcome applications from all sections of the community.

a a Applicants with disabilities will be invited for interview if the essential job criteria are met.

Closing date: 15/12/2012

Please note there is also a closing time for completed applications forms: 12:00:00