School Caretaker

Job Vacancy: School Caretaker

We are looking for a reliable and motivated School Caretaker to join our dedicated team. As a School Caretaker, you will play a key role in ensuring that the school premises are maintained to a high standard, providing a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out general maintenance tasks around the school, including repairs, minor plumbing, electrical work, and painting.
• Ensure that all areas of the school, including classrooms, corridors, toilets, and outdoor spaces, are clean, safe, and well-maintained.
• Open and close the school premises, manage keys, and oversee the security of the building, including setting alarms and securing windows and doors.
• Assist with setting up and clearing away for events, assemblies, and activities.
• Carry out routine health and safety checks, including fire alarm testing and ensuring that emergency exits are accessible.
• Liaise with contractors and suppliers for larger maintenance jobs and oversee their work when necessary.
• Monitor stock levels for cleaning and maintenance supplies, and order replacements as needed.
• Adhere to the school's policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Requirements:

• Experience in a caretaking, maintenance, or facilities management role (school setting preferred but not essential).
• Basic DIY, plumbing, and electrical skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and general duties.
• Good communication skills and a friendly, professional attitude.
• Enhanced Children and Adults DBS check is required (this can be processed for the successful candidate).

Benefits:

• A supportive and welcoming team environment.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.

To apply, please send your CV and cover letter.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.