Building and Site Lead

Tel: 01362 693915 Email:  office@frednicholson.norfolk.sch.uk   Website:  https://www.frednicholson.norfolk.sch.uk/ Headteacher: Heidi Philpott Salary – Scale G, £32,061 - £33,699 pa Permanent Full Time 37 hours per week All Year Round Join the Team at Fred Nicholson School Make a real difference in the lives of amazing young people. Are you ready for an opportunity that truly matters? We are looking for a Building and Site Lead to join our friendly and supportive team. If you are practical and hands-on, with a range of maintenance skills and have a strong understanding of health and safety, we’d love to hear from you. The Building and Site Lead role will lead the day-to-day operational management and maintenance of the school site, ensuring a safe, secure and high-quality learning environment. Is This Role for You? We are looking for someone who has: Experience in general building maintenance Knowledge of grounds maintenance Experience managing site security, including key-holding and alarm systems Proven experience supervising staff in a maintenance environment Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation Resilient and positive: A good sense of humour and a positive outlook are a must Life at Fred Nicholson Fred Nicholson School is a Complex Needs School for pupils aged 4-18 with a wide range of needs, including complex and severe learning difficulties as well as social interaction and communication difficulties. All pupils have an Education, Health and Care Plan and access a practical, hands-on curriculum (based on EYFS and primary models). Our classes are approximately 8 to 12 pupils per class, with a focus on engagement and success.   You will be joining the school at a very exciting time in the school’s history as we embark on our new life in Swaffham.  Our New Environment: Our purpose-built site on Lynn Road is designed to meet the complex needs of our pupils, featuring: Purpose-built provision for pupils aged 4-18 years Bespoke, sensory-designed learning spaces Large outside facilities, including play equipment, a MUGA and a forest school Dedicated soft play, sensory enrichment and independence classrooms Hours & Salary Here is what the week looks like: Schedule: 37 hours per week (all year round – 52 weeks) Daily: Mon – Thurs 10:00 – 18:00, Fri 10:30-18:00 Salary: Scale G (£32,061 - £33,699) We Invest in You Don't worry if you haven't worked in a school before. If you have the heart for it, we provide: A full staff induction programme Ongoing Whole School CPD (Continuing Professional Development) Specialist training appropriate to your specific role How to apply:    Ready to take the next step?    A job description and a person specification are available from ‘Attachments’. Please click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button to download an application form.&n