Job profile

Start date: As soon as possible 

Full-time 

Salary: £22,500 - £28,000 dependant on experience

About Bedford Girls’ School: 

At Bedford Girls’ School, we believe in empowering our students to become confident, compassionate, and accomplished individuals who aspire to change the world around them.  We achieve outstanding academic excellence and are dedicated to offering a truly holistic education.  

The Role:  

To assist the Estates Supervisor with the smooth running of the school premises. The ideal candidate will be expected to help maintain the school premises to the highest standards and assist with the preparation of facilities, health and safety checks, movement of furniture, minor repairs and security of the site. 

What We’re Looking For:  

• Demonstrated teamworking skills and a collaborative approach to achieving common goals. 

• Proven hands-on trade skills as well as some knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation. 

• The ability to adapt to different tasks that may be required.   

Why Join Bedford Girls’ School: 

• Be part of an outstanding forward-looking school who have an ambitious vision to develop the next generation of creative thinkers, change-makers and problem-solvers. 

• Become a member of a friendly inclusive community which values its employees, offering opportunities for professional development and growth. 

• We offer competitive salaries and a wide range of benefits including an excellent pension scheme, life insurance, hospital surgical treatment insurance, and a cash plan scheme that includes a variety of wellbeing benefits.  

Closing date: 20th December 2024 

Interview Date:  Week Commencing 13th January 2025

Please bear in mind that our School will be closed throughout the Christmas period, therefore shortlisting will commence once term starts on 6th January 2025. 

Applicants are encouraged to apply early as immediate interviews are available for exceptional candidates.  We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications.  

Any internal candidates must apply through Employee Self Service.  

At Bedford Girls’ School, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive working environment.  We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.  We believe that a diverse team enriches our school community and helps us better meet the needs of our students.  

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).  The School may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants.  

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.  The School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions on a self-declaration form in advance of attending an interview (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.