The Role
Ryde School is a co-educational independent day and boarding school for children aged 2-18 years old. We are currently looking to appoint a reliable and friendly Estates Operative to provide practical support to the School’s Estate & Catering operations.
This is a part-time position, working 25 hours per week, the exact work pattern will be discussed at interview stage. The Catering team operates on a rota basis, working 5 calendar days out of 7. As a boarding school, we provide our services 7 days per week with some evening and weekend work required.
The ideal candidate will:
- Have a proven track record in a similar role.
- Be a team player.
- Work in adherence to food hygiene and H&S standards.
- Be approachable and friendly.
- Always remain calm, even when under pressure.
- Adapt to the needs of the job as and when they arise with a flexible attitude.
School is a vibrant place to work, where all staff contribute to providing an exceptional educational experience for our pupils through our shared values.
We work in the grounds of a 17-acre site that overlooks the Solent and within walking distance of Ryde town. Our facilities reflect the rich history of the school, blending both traditional and modern buildings, sport facilities (employees can use the school gym), the Jenny Kerry Performing Arts Centre and our barista coffee shop, The Pavilion.
Ryde School will offer you a competitive salary, generous annual leave entitlement, car parking allocation in our staff car park, cycle to work scheme, free lunch during term time, and many more of the benefits you would expect from an employer that strives to be an employer of choice.
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How to apply
To apply for this post, please complete a Non-teaching post application form, which is available to download below.
All applications must include the names, addresses and telephone numbers of at least two referees including the current employer.
To satisfy the requirements for safer recruitment, we need to ask you for your full employment record.
Details of any gaps between jobs or between finishing education and employment must be provided. Hard copy application forms may also be collected from our Reception in Queen’s Road. Postal and electronic applications are both welcome, and to be addressed to; Mrs Mandy Parry, HR Administrator, Ryde School, Queen’s Road, Ryde PO33 3BE. Email: MJP@rydeschool.net
Applications are being reviewed on an ongoing basis for this role, and Ryde School reserves the right to withdraw this vacancy as soon as a suitable candidate has been found. Early applications are therefore encouraged.