We are currently recruiting for a dedicated Caretaker on behalf of a school committed to improving student behaviour and outcomes. This is a key role aimed at supporting a positive school environment where discipline and respect are central values. This is a permanent, full-time position beginning from January 2025. 

As the Caretaker, you will be responsible for maintaining the school building in line with Health and Safety legislations

Key Requirements

• Arrange for both routine and non-routine opening and closing of the school’s buildings and grounds and attend the site outside normal working hours in emergencies, liaising with the emergency services as required.
• Apply all security procedures for the school’s buildings and grounds identifying any security risks and reporting them appropriately.
• Test security systems at specified intervals and maintain a log of outcomes.
• To contribute to the effective use of heating and lighting systems to ensure optimum sustainability within an eco-friendly environment.
• Direct contractors to repair or maintenance jobs, and inspect their work ensuring compliance with specified standards and health and safety requirements.
• To undertake safety audits of the premises and assist with relevant risk assessment as required.
• Promote and encourage safe working practices for pupils, staff and visitors in accordance with appropriate risk management and health and safety legislation.
• Take delivery of school resources and store them appropriately.
• Support lettings with site set up as needed
• Undertake cleaning duties as required.
• Ensure that equipment is in safe working condition, reporting any faulty equipment and other maintenance requirements to the appropriate person.
• Prepare classrooms and meeting rooms, including resources, both in and out of school hours for use by pupils, staff and the community.
• Oversee and undertake the organisation and movement of furniture and resources within the building.
• To be an identified key holder for the school’s buildings and grounds.
• Be responsible for maintaining records, information and data as required.
• Monitor and manage stock, undertaking audits as required.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a school dedicated to fostering positive outcomes for its students. If you are a dynamic candidate who is committed to helping young people reach their potential, we’d love to hear from you.