1. To lead in the provision of a safe and healthy environment for all service users. Where delegated by Executive Head/ Head of Nursery undertake duties as a Safety Liaison Officer.

2. To be accountable for the management and completion of the Premises Management Manual provided by LBI. To be responsible for ensuring the premises management works are completed in accordance with the LBI Premises Management Manual.

3. To plan and prioritise own work allocation according to the needs of the site as determined by the line manager. This will include providing the line manager in advance with a weekly log of main tasks to be performed during the forthcoming week and providing/maintaining any other necessary records.

4. To be responsible for maintaining constant awareness of the physical condition of the building, furniture and equipment and where appropriate repairing, reporting defects or requisitioning work for repair, including authorising invoices for payment. 5. To liaise with the line manager to ensure the security of the site and its contents and the provision for access and egress to the site and its building for authorised persons.

6. To be responsible for checking store/equipment deliveries against invoices/delivery notes and porterage duties to ensure they are correctly stored/distributed.

7. To liaise with the Line Manager/Contractor/Council staff (as necessary) to ensure that any deficiencies in the cleaning service provided by the contractor are reported to the appropriate person. To report or issue default notices in accordance with the Local Government Act 1988.

8. To be responsible for monitoring the quality of the service provided by the contractor(s) according to the standards set out in the contract specification and any additional standards given for the individual site, where delegated to do so under the direction of the Executive Head/ Head of Nursery.

9. To carry out internal and external cleaning of certain defined areas as directed by the Line Manager, including where applicable: grounds and play areas, external toilets, internal glass, walls, swimming pool, removal of graffiti and undertaking defined holiday cleaning duties.

10. To carry out emergency cleaning duties, where necessary, and/or as directed. 11. To provide and replenish disposable hygiene resources, i.e. toilet paper, toilet soap, sanitary requirements, hand towels within facilities that are available to the public. To ensure resources are well stocked to enable internal staff replenish facilities for the internal team.

12. To undertake maintenance and repairs to the premises within the scope of the competent handyperson. 13. To be responsible for the efficient operation of heating and ventilation systems; monitoring and usage of the heating and lighting systems and promoting cost consciousness and energy conservation within the establishment.

14. To monitor and report the operating costs of the premises and associated resources as directed by the line manager.

15. To undertake general porterage duties as required and particularly the provision of furniture and other equipment for timetabled activities to meet the needs of premises users, without continued instruction.

16. To carry out miscellaneous duties of a practical nature as circumstances demand to maintain the operation of the premises at the request of the line manager.

17. To maintain contact with the staff of the establishment, other educational establishments, officers of the Council, and outside bodies/contractors, as necessary in order to perform the duties efficiently.

18. To maintain, as necessary, records of out of school hours use of the premises in accordance with LME provisions and otherwise promote usage of the premises in accordance with the policy of the Management Committee.

19. At all times to carry out responsibilities/duties with due regard to the Council’s equal opportunities employment policy. 20. Such other minor and/or non-recurring duties appropriate to the post, as may be directed.

21. Two weeks of the annual leave entitlement to be taken during the Centre closure period in summer (specific dates to be confirmed depending on Centre).

QualificationsEssential criteriaCriteria description Assessed by

1

Proven experience of buildings management

Application/Interview

ExperienceEssential criteriaCriteria descriptionAssessed by

2

Proven experience of buildings management

Application/Interview

SkillsEssential criteriaCriteria descriptionAssessed by

3

Ability to communicate orally and in writing.

4

An ability to plan and monitor expenditure within a budget and to obtain estimates.

5

An ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels, and work as part of a team.

6

An ability to provide quality services within Equal Opportunities Employment Policy and to promote a positive image of a school/establishment.

7

An understanding of building maintenance requirements and the ability to undertake minor repairs.

8

An ability to monitor quality of services as provided by contractors.|