Caretaker

Caretake

• Annual Salary: £27,269 - £28,624
• Location: Belfast
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

We are seeking a dedicated Caretaker to join our team. This role requires a responsible individual who can manage a variety of tasks to ensure the safety, security, and maintenance of our facilities. The position involves working in shifts, including early and late hours, and offers a competitive salary within the NJC Scale.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Security Management: Handle locking/unlocking of premises, monitor security systems like CCTV and alarms, and attend to security breaches or vandalism.
• Porterage Duties: Manage the delivery and distribution of mail, parcels, and other supplies within the school. Assist in setting up and clearing spaces for school events.
• Driving Responsibilities: Operate school vehicles for transporting pupils and goods as needed (appropriate licence required).
• Maintenance Tasks: Conduct routine checks and minor repairs on school premises, furniture, and fixtures to ensure they are safe and usable.
• Grounds Maintenance: Maintain school grounds, including setting up sports equipment, gardening, and ensuring cleanliness and safety of outdoor areas.
• General Duties: Provide support for school events, including traffic direction and pedestrian crossing management.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in a caretaking or similar role, preferably within an educational setting.
• Ability to perform physical tasks and handle various maintenance equipment.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations and child protection policies.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and shifts, including occasional overtime and on-call duties.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary on the NJC Scale, points 11 to 14.
• Shift-based work with overtime pay at 1.5 times the normal rate.
• Additional allowance for on-call duties.
• Annual leave of 23 days, increasing after 5 years, plus public holidays and additional school closure days.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.

If you are interested in this role, please apply online or contact me on for more information. We look forward to hearing from you!