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Leigham Primary School, Cockington Close, Plymouth, PL6 8RF
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Job Description
Base: Cockington Primary School or Leigham Primary School – some travel required
Hours: 37 hours – part time will be considered
Contract: Permanent – 52 weeks (term time plus options available)
Salary: FTE £24,702-£27,334
If you are an organised and enthusiastic individual with a strong administration background who thrives on working in a dynamic and supportive environment, Connect Academy Trust has an exciting opportunity available for you to become a key part of our Facilities team!
The successful candidate will:
- Ideally have previous experience of providing administrative support within a Facilities function
- have experience of providing support with procurement and contract management
- be able to manage conflicting priorities, demanding workload and tight deadlines
- have effective communication skills, with evidence of forming working relationships and working flexibly across professional and operational boundaries
- be self-motivated, resilient and have a sense of humour!
Key responsibilities will include:
- To provide an efficient and effective administrative support to the Facilities Team, undertaking general office and administration tasks as required.
- Ensure cyclical and planned maintenance schedules are accurately maintained and are kept updated.
- Assist the department in sourcing products and suppliers and provide administrative support for tender issuing and management.
- The effective and efficient administration of Trust vehicle fleet, including insurance, driver competency training, vehicle licence records, accidents, repairs, MOTs, vehicle breakdown cover and disposal and acquisition records.
- Support the scheduling of the Estates Maintenance Operatives and Caretakers
- Assist in ensuring strict compliance records are maintained and reviewed regularly.
- Assist the Facilities Manager and H&S Manager in tracking maintenance job sheets, manage motor vehicle records, and process facilities helpdesk requests.
If you would like to discuss the role further please contact admin@connectacademytrust.co.uk to arrange a call with our Facilities Manager.
Closing Date: 25th October, Noon
Interview Date: w/c 4th November 2024
We are committed to equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An on-line check of publicly available information will be completed to assess the successful candidate’s suitability to work with children.
