Premises Assistant (with DBS / Crb)

We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Premises Assistant for our local authority client based in West London. This is a part time role working over 3 days / 29hrs per week

PURPOSE OF JOB

1.1 The post holder shall have a responsibility for the provision and delivery of all premises-related services and the efficient and effective management and control of all delegated resources as detailed within this job description

1.2 To closely liaise with the Site Care Manager

1.3 The allocation and priority relating to the work and responsibilities detailed within the Premises Assistants’ job description shall be determined by the Head of Support Services/Site Care Manager. The postholder will be expected to undertake any reasonable duty or activity, which may arise from any area of responsibility.

1.4 The duties will be carried out in accordance with any reasonable instruction, guidance notes or policy as may be issued by Senior Management, the Employing Authority and/or Health and Safety Executive.

1.5 The duties, activities and functions for which the postholder will be responsible shall include the following:
a) Building Cleaning
b) Building and Ground Maintenance
c) Safety
d) Security
e) General Site Care Functions and Services
Details of these items are detailed on the following pages.

A BUILDING CLEANING

The postholder will:

1 Be responsible for ensuring the maintenance of a clean, safe and hygienic environment at all times, ensuring compliance with procedures and standards set by Senior Management and the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) (or other legislation that may superseded this) and the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSSH).

2 The Premises Assistant will be responsible for primary floor care, high level cleaning, light fitting cleaning, the prompt removal of graffiti and emergency toilet cleaning as appropriate.

3 Shall be responsible for the safe and appropriate removal of body fluids, vomit and other soiling and subsequent hygienic cleaning as soon as practicable using specified methods and materials in accordance with Health and Safety Guidelines for such activities.

4 Shall be responsible for the cleaning of internal glasswork including glazed doors, vision panels, partitions and other glazed lights discrete to doorways to a working height not exceeding 4m from floor level on each floor of the premises.

5 Shall be responsible for organising/undertaking, if requested by Head of Support Service the internal and external cleaning of all windows in accordance with appropriate H&SE Guidelines.

6 Shall be responsible for any other cleaning requirements and procedures as may be reasonably required from time to time following medical or Health and Safety advice or that of other legislative agencies.

B BUILDING AND GROUND MAINTENANCE

The postholder will:

1 Ensure the good condition, presentation, upkeep and maintenance of the premises and external areas at all times.

2 Take all appropriate steps to ensure speedy repairs are undertaken and correct maintenance procedures are followed at all times.

3 Undertake minor repairs eg, fitting of locks, fixing of shelves, repair of furniture and other similar tasks.

Undertake the regular testing of the fire alarm system as specified frequencies and the replacement of break glasses as necessary.

Undertake the boarding up and making safe of damaged glass.

Organise any internal redecoration works in accordance with requests from the Head of Support Services and the Site Care Plan for the site.

4 Use appropriate procedures to initiate or undertake repairs, maintain and complete records of work requested and carried out and follow up all outstanding work.

5 Take reasonable steps to eliminate potential hazards taking or carrying out all necessary remedial action.

6 Bring to the attention of the Head of Support Services all serious hazards or faults to all the premises, its fittings, fixtures, equipment or furniture, etc.

7 Carry out and record regular site inspections and provide written reports as necessary.

8 Regularly ensure all grounds, flowerbeds, shrubs and trees are litter free. Carry out sweeping, leaf clearance, weeding of paved or hard areas. Ensuring litter bins/recycling bins are emptied when the regular collection days are due.

9 Maintain, use and store all tools and equipment in a safe, secure, and good condition as far as it is practical to do so in the context of the facilities available.

10 Manage and supervise all vehicular access and parking to the site in accordance with instructions given by the Head of Support Services.

D HEATING, LIGHTING AND ENERGY MANAGEMENT

The postholder will:

1 Assist Senior Management in the efficient and economic use of all heating, mechanical and electrical services to the establishment.

2 Report and record all faults and failures of plant or systems, etc to appropriate repair or maintenance sections and ensure all follow-up action is taken to aid prompt repair.

3 Regularly check and monitor correct functioning of all systems, clocks and thermostats.

4 So far as storage facilities allow, hold appropriate stocks of maintenance items and products to ensure the prompt replacement of light fittings, bulbs, etc to a safe working height not exceeding 2m from floor to fitting and replace as necessary.

5 Attend all areas of the premises sufficiently often, according to the Head of Support Services, during site occupation to ensure appropriate ventilation is maintained and that unnecessary heat loss is avoided by all users.

6 Locate and be aware of the isolating valves to all services and be able, if required, to shut down supplies of fuel, water, electricity or gas in the event of an emergency.

If you have the relevant experience for this role, please forward your updated with any gaps in your employment explained.

Thank you