Weekend Duty Manager/ Caretaker

Our opportunity for you We are looking for a versatile and outgoing individual to join the team as a Weekend Duty Manager/ Caretaker, working on a permanent basis, to support our community hire and lettings activities. The hours will be 16 per weekend across Saturday and Sunday with shifts between the hours of 7am to 10pm dependent on bookings. Occasional weekday evenings may also be offered. The type of person we are looking for is likely to possess infectious enthusiasm, a reliable and highly organised individual, who can multi-task, with a professional and friendly disposition. He or she will be resilient, driven, determined, and ambitious. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a leading educational organisation at the cutting edge of educational development. This post is based in Tamworth at Landau Forte Academy Amington on Woodland Road and Landau Forte Academy QEMS and Sixth Form on the Ashby Road and will report to the LFE Manager. For any queries about the role or to arrange a tour of the sites please contact Sophie Hammond shammond@lfct.org.uk Key information Start date : ASAP Hours : 16 (6-16 hours would be considered) Contract : Permanent Salary : Competitive Closing Date : 9am Monday 18 May 2026 We are looking for We are also looking for someone with the following skills and abilities: Excellent customer service skills A good multi tasker and logical thinker Ability for some heavy lifting, physical fitness appropriate to tasks required. Able to work on his or her own initiative, be reliable and trustworthy Able to work successfully as part of a highly effective team Excellent personal organisational skills and be a proactive, forward thinker Excellent time management skills Willingness to work unsociable hours to support the Academy facilities lettings business Flexibility to support the team, this will include shift work and weekend working Able to demonstrate effective communication skills. Job description Duties for this job will include (but are not limited to): Meet and greet customers and facilitate the smooth running of external hires. Clearing and setting up of rooms. Setting up party equipment including large bouncy castles. Closing and securing the Academy including activation and deactivation of alarms Assisting with ensuring the security of the site. Be the initial point of contact for enquiries in person and via email. Maintain a tidy and orderly work area across the site including the pool area Be responsible for all bookings during your working shift, ensuring the Academy is set correctly and kept tidy. Supervising and supporting other team members on shift when required. Working in the bar/coffee shop when required Carry out responsibilities with due regard to the Academy’s policy, organisation and arrangements for Health & Safety at work. Any other appropriate duties and responsibilities relevant to the post as directed by the Chief E