We are seeking to appoint a helpful, motivated and team focused individual to assist and support the facilities team with the daily preparation and maintenance of the whole school site, on a part-time basis.

Description

Dulwich Prep & Senior is an exciting place to work - with over 800 pupils, it is the largest boys’ prep school in the UK and is situated in one of the most beautiful parts of the world’s most cosmopolitan city.

We are committed to fostering a learning environment that encourages and celebrates continuous professional development (CPD), as we believe that a love for learning begins with our staff.

The school’s strength is its community: our staff, who are professional, passionate, and brilliantly collegiate; our pupils, who are inquisitive, challenging learners with a spring in their step, and our parents, who are hugely supportive, appreciative, and ambitious.

We are seeking to appoint a a helpful, motivated and team focused individual to assist and support the facilities team with the daily preparation and maintenance of the whole school site, including Early Years, sports pavilions and the swimming pool. Duties include meeting and greeting facility hirers, completing basic maintenance tasks, including sweeping, leaf blowing, and other general duties. They will having a flexible approach, willingness to adapt and being able to respond to priorities and will welcome challenges and meet them with enthusiasm.

The successful candidates will be able to share knowledge and information with other members of staff to promote good practice and work independently whilst consistently striving to maintain a high standard of work. A full UK driving license is essential and a basic knowledge and aptitude for handyman tasks with an interest or experience in gardening is advantageous. The ability to drive a mini-bus would be helpful.

Working hours will be:

• Saturday – 7.00am to 6.00pm
• Sunday – 10.00am to 4.00pm or 9.00am to 3.00pm
• Monday – 1.00pm to 10.00pm

There is an additional annual allowance of £2,500 in consideration of the unsocial working hours

Please read the Job Description and Application Explanatory Notes below. Completed application forms, along with a covering letter explaining your suitability for this role, should be sent to Tamsin Hutson, HR Manager, at [email protected]

• Closing Date: Friday 29 November 2024, 5.00pm
• Interview: Week beginning 2 December 2024
• Start Date: As soon as possible

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees are valued and respected for their unique perspectives and contributions. We encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply for any of our available positions.

Please note that we reserve the right to appoint at any time during the recruitment process.