We are seeking a reliable and proactive School Caretaker to join a busy school, helping to maintain a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors.
This is a hands-on role that would suit an individual with maintenance, facilities, or caretaking experience who takes pride in keeping buildings and grounds well-maintained and operating efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
* Opening and/or securing the school premises.
* Carrying out general maintenance and minor repairs.
* Ensuring school buildings and grounds are safe, clean, and well-presented.
* Conducting routine health and safety checks.
* Responding to maintenance requests and site-related issues.
* Monitoring site security and reporting concerns.
* Assisting with room setups for meetings, events, and examinations.
* Liaising with contractors and overseeing site access where required.
* Supporting compliance with health and safety procedures.
* Assisting with the day-to-day operation of the school site.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
* Previous experience in a caretaker, site assistant, maintenance, facilities, or similar role.
* Good practical maintenance and DIY skills.
* Knowledge of health and safety procedures.
* A reliable, flexible, and proactive approach to work.
* Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
* The ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
* Good communication skills and a professional manner.
Essential Requirements
* Previous caretaking, maintenance, or facilities experience.
* Ability to carry out the physical demands of the role.
* Commitment to maintaining a safe and secure school environment.
* A current Enhanced DBS Certificate registered with the DBS Update Service.
Please note: This position is based within a school. Due to safeguarding requirements, we are unable to consider candidates who do not already hold a valid Enhanced DBS Certificate registered with the DBS Update Service.
What We Offer
* Part-time hours.
* A rewarding role within a school environment.
* A supportive and welcoming team.
* The opportunity to make a positive contribution to the school community.
If you are a dependable and hardworking individual looking for your next opportunity within a school setting, we would love to hear from you.