School Caretaker

Job Title:

School Caretaker Location: LS13 Working Hours:

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM

3:00 PM (37.5 hours per week, Full-Time) Salary: Open to Discussion Contract Type:

Permanent About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated, reliable, and proactive

School Caretaker

to join our site team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for ensuring our school campus is secure, safe, clean, and well-maintained, providing a warm and welcoming environment for our pupils, staff, and visitors. Working from

7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday to Friday , you will play a key role in the daily opening of the school, routine maintenance, health and safety checks, and campus security. Key Responsibilities

Site Opening & Security:

Open and unlock the school premises each morning, carrying out daily perimeter checks to ensure the site is secure and safe for arrival.

General Maintenance & Repairs:

Carry out minor routine repairs, painting, basic carpentry, plumbing fixes, and ongoing maintenance tasks across the premises.

Health & Safety Compliance:

Perform routine statutory checks, including water temperature logging, fire alarm testing, emergency lighting checks, and maintaining accurate logs.

Grounds & Premises Upkeep:

Keep pathways, playgrounds, and communal areas clean, tidy, and free of hazards (including seasonal gritting and clearance during winter).

Porterage & Deliveries:

Receive deliveries, distribute parcels around the school, and assist with setting up rooms, furniture, and equipment for assemblies, meetings, and events.

Contractor Liaison:

Escort visiting maintenance contractors on site and ensure work is completed safely and in accordance with school guidelines.

Requirements & Qualifications

Experience

Previous experience in site maintenance, caretaking, facilities management, or a relevant trade (e.g., carpentry, plumbing, or DIY skills).

Knowledge:

Familiarity with basic Health & Safety practices, COSHH guidelines, and manual handling procedures.

Attributes:

Self-motivated, proactive, organized, and capable of working independently as well as part of a wider school team.

Communication:

Friendly, professional demeanor with good communication skills when interacting with staff, visitors, and contractors.

Safeguarding:

Mandatory requirement to undergo an

Enhanced DBS check

prior to starting (or hold an active update service registration).

What We Offer

Competitive salary and local government/school pension scheme generous contributions.

Regular, sociable working hours with no weekend commitments.

Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays.

Ongoing training and professional development (e.g., First Aid, IOSH, Health & Safety certifications).

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your relevant experience to

(Insert Email Address)

or visit

(Insert Application Link/Website) . Application Deadline:

(Insert Date) Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references will be required for the successful candidate.

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