This role is based in the UK and will be working on site in our UK based College.
In order to comply with our mandatory pre-employment checks, the successful candidate will be required to provide original identification documents in person to our UK based People Services Department.
We're looking for someone to join our Moreton Morrell team as an Estate Warden on a Permanent, full time basis. This role is a live in position.
PROTECTION OF CHILDREN AND YOUNG PERSONS (THE CHILDREN’S ACT 1989)
Any offers of appointment will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (formerly CRB), a certificate of good conduct if applicable, plus receipt of satisfactory references, Occupational Health clearance, an understanding of safeguarding and qualifications verification. An Enhanced DBS check is required for this position as you will be working within 'Regulated Activity' within a specific place (i.e. the College).
This role is classed as working within Regulated Activity. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. By applying for this position, you agree to an Enhanced DBS check in line with DBS regulations.
https://blob.wcg.ac.uk/pdf/child-protection-procedure-a5e67894d353c2adb6ac53c08ce6e758.pdf
BACKGROUND TO THE POST
During recent years the College has continued to grow and diversify in order to meet the demands placed upon it by government initiatives, community developments and financial considerations.
In order to keep pace with changes and to address the needs of students in the 21st Century, the College has embarked upon a number of initiatives and from 2007, the College operates at six main centres throughout Warwickshire and Worcestershire.
The growth in terms of student intake has put very real pressure upon the maintenance of buildings, grounds and services, caretaking, security, portering and cleaning; and has shown the need for a high level of teamwork, flexibility, loyalty and co-operation. Any person appointed as an Estate Warden will be part of the Estates and Facilities Management team and will be expected to play their part in the constant battle to keep the College buildings and grounds in the best possible condition and appearance, as well as ensuring the necessary support to all other staff, including their safety.
The work will involve a wide range of duties, and hours of work that will vary on a weekly cycle between early morning starts and late evening finishes, including some weekend working. Specific duties will vary according to the times of the day when on duty and will be assigned by the Facilities Manager who will be responsible to the Estates Operations Manager for the effective and efficient service provision.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The postholder will be responsible to the Facilities Manager for the carrying out of Estates Warden duties, utilising the College Helpdesk to ensure all tasks are completed within agreed time scales in a pleasant and efficient manner.
● Security of premises and its contents, including opening up and locking up, operation of fire and intruder alarms, and keyholder responsibilities.
● Security patrols of buildings, car parks and grounds to help in providing a safe working environment for staff, students and visitors, and including the recording and dealing with incidents, misconduct and misuse of equipment / facilities, liaison with the Police and escorting trespassers from the premises. Manning and operation of CCTV systems internally and externally.
● Carry out regular fire bell checks, shower run offs, emergency light checks and other routine premises tasks as requested.
● Responding to radio calls promptly, using appropriate radio etiquette and ensuring Continuity of response and cover throughout the shift.
● Driving of College vehicles, including minibuses, between sites and to other events may be required.
● To assist with traffic control in the College car parks and roads, dealing with inappropriately parked vehicles and putting out reserved parking signs.
● Building services, maintenance and handypersons’ duties including painting, hanging whiteboards, pin boards and pictures, replacing tubes and bulbs, repairing locks and assisting Maintenance with any tasks within your capabilities. This may include working at heights.
● Cleaning of premises as directed, removal of rubbish, litter picking and monitoring on the site.
● Perform janitorial duties as required including removal of graffiti, renewal of toilet rolls, hand towels, soap, etc.
● Portering duties including movement of furniture, arranging of rooms for examinations, meetings, events etc. and movement of plant, equipment and materials as required utilising the correct equipment and manual handling techniques.
● To assist with the receiving and signing of goods from outside suppliers, their delivery to appropriate College locations and assisting with the internal movement of printed materials across the College, complying with any laid down procedures.
● To utilise the College’s internal computer systems to action helpdesk tasks, book annual leave, keep up to date with activities within the College and receive and send e-mails.
● Clearing of snow / ice in winter and the spreading of salt / sand on roadways and paths.
● Carrying out first aid duties as required whilst on shift.
● To respond to emergencies outside of normal College hours and to work at other Centres as required.
● To assist, as required, in sorting of mail each morning and other Reception duties including directing visitors and the giving / receiving of messages.
● To assist in ensuring the internal and external cleanliness of College vehicles and a weekly check on the condition of tyres, fluid levels, lights and battery etc, if required to do so.
● Occasional accompanying of the cashier to the bank and delivery of parcels / recorded / registered post to the Post Office.
Out of Hours and Weekend Cover
The post holder will live on site and provide the site Facilities Manager with out of hours and weekend cover. This will be on a schedule of two weeks on, followed by two weeks off and include the following duties and responsibilities:
1. To provide cover for the Facilities Manager during annual leave or other absence
2. To provide cover of fire alarm/ Intruder alarm activation
3. To provide reactive/emergency maintenance (dependent on skills)
4. To assist with contractors attending site out of normal hours
5. To be responsible for the site out of hours phone
In order to support during busy exam periods, you may be asked to undertake exam invigilator duties. The College will provide training.
The list of duties is not exhaustive but outlines the main features of the post at appointment and may vary as the job evolves without affecting the nature of the duties or the responsibility level.
OFFERS OF WORK
For the successful candidate a conditional offer of work will be made. Our offer of work will be conditional upon a number of mandatory pre-employment checks, to include but not limited to: DBS, Barred List check, right to work check, internet search, TRA check (academic posts).
Essential Attainments
✓Experience and knowledge of the main duties.
✓Able to demonstrate ‘handypersons’ skills.
✓Full UK driving licence free from major endorsements.
✓Qualified First Aider or willingness to undertake qualification.
✓Experience of working to Health and Safety standards and legislation.
✓Basic IT skills.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £23,493.00 per year
Application question(s):
- Do you have a Full UK driving licence free from major endorsements?
- Are you a qualified First Aider or are willing to undertake the qualification?
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 14/09/2025
Reference ID: CS11931
