Job Scope

To be responsible for development, maintenance, safety, security and cleanliness of the School building and grounds, ensuring that the site and facilities are available for School use and other users at all times.

To be responsible for the organisation and delivery of administration and support services across the School ensuring efficient and effective staff deployment and, with the Principal/CEO, recruitment of well-trained and high quality staff.

To provide advice and strategic guidance to the Principal/CEO, Senior Leadership and Corporate Office on business, financial and operational matters and be accountable for their effectiveness using robust performance management systems.

To ensure that all staff are supported with high quality continuous professional development and training which contributes to the development and achievements of the School.

To support the Principal/CEO in achieving the key strategic objectives for the School through formulating and leading on specific aspects of the School business and/or improvement plan.

To actively encourage, and lead on environmental sustainability targets across the School site.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Description

To ensure the security and efficient operation of the School site, buildings and grounds at all times, in accordance with current Health & Safety guidance.

To ensure all repairs and maintenance at the School, including the inspection of required repairs and, where necessary, the appointment of external service providers in line with the Corporate Estates team.

Monitor the performance of external contracts to ensure high standards of service and value for money are maintained throughout the School at all times.

To devise, plan and deliver the business strategy for the School, including the development of policies, systems, processes and safeguarding.

To manage the relevant budgets and expenditure, reducing operational costs but ensuring the School receives value for money at all times

To ensure the School complies with current Health & Safety legislation and/or guidelines as issued by GEMS Corporate Office advising the School Leadership team accordingly.

Direct and develop the performance and working hours of the administration and support service teams to ensure high standards of service are maintained throughout the School and that all teams provide a friendly, efficient but effective disciplined service

Be contactable outside normal School hours, and where required attend site inline with the GEMS Critical Incident Response Protocols.

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