Person Specification Assistant Caretaker
Criteria
Qualifications
Knowledge, skills
and experience
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Personal Qualities
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ESSENTIAL
Good numeracy/literacy skills
Willingness to undertake induction training
Knowledge of health and safety procedures and precautions
Knowledge of COSHH regulations
Awareness of health and hygiene procedures
Knowledge of moving and handling procedures
Willingness to participate in development and training
opportunities
Caretaking/clean/site-keeping experience in a school or similar
environment
Excellent communication skills (written and spoken)
Attention to detail
Sound time management skills and an ability to prioritise
workload to meet deadlines
Ability to work with limited supervision and utilise initiative
Ability to lead, supervise, organise and motivate staff
Flexibility to adapt quickly to rapidly changing circumstances
Drive, sense of purpose, commitment, loyalty and perseverance
Excellent interpersonal skills
Be flexible and hardworking
Problem solving ability
Ability to work as a team
Enthusiasm and sense of humour
Good attendance and punctuality record
Be positive, courteous and considerate
Team leading skills
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DESIRABLE
GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English
Evidence of continuing professional
development
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and
Excel