Caretaker Required With Immediate Effect

Job Title: School Caretaker

Location: Pontefract, WF9

Reports to: School Business Manager / Headteacher

Salary: £22,678-£26,189 per year (Pro-rated)

Working Hours: 7:00am-10:00am (3hrs a day)

Job Purpose:

To ensure the school site is well-maintained, clean, safe, and secure at all times. The caretaker will support the smooth running of the school by carrying out a range of caretaking, maintenance, and health and safety tasks.

Key Responsibilities:1. Site Maintenance and Security

• Open and close the school premises daily, including gates, buildings, and windows.

• Ensure security of the school premises including activation/deactivation of alarms.

• Conduct routine inspections and maintenance of buildings, fixtures, and fittings.

• Undertake minor repairs (e.g., changing light bulbs, fixing leaks, painting, etc.).

• Liaise with external contractors when necessary.

2. Cleaning and Hygiene

• Supervise cleaning staff and ensure high standards of cleanliness are maintained.

• Undertake emergency cleaning when necessary (e.g., spills, accidents).

• Ensure that outdoor areas (e.g., playgrounds, car parks) are clean and safe.

3. Health & Safety

• Monitor health and safety across the site and report hazards.

• Conduct regular safety checks (e.g., fire alarms, emergency lighting, legionella testing).

• Maintain appropriate records and complete compliance logs.

4. Facilities and Equipment Management

• Set up rooms for school activities and events (e.g., assemblies, meetings).

• Monitor stock levels of cleaning and maintenance supplies and re-order as needed.

• Manage heating, lighting, and water systems effectively and efficiently.

5. General Support

• Support staff and pupils during school hours as needed.

• Assist with deliveries and distribute supplies around the site.

• Undertake any reasonable duties requested by the Headteacher or Business Manager.

Person Specification:Essential:

• Previous experience in a similar caretaking or facilities role

• Good DIY and maintenance skills

• Reliable, trustworthy, and able to work independently

• Awareness of health & safety and safeguarding practices

• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable:

• Knowledge of basic plumbing, electrics, or carpentry

• Experience working in a school or educational setting

• COSHH and Manual Handling training

• First Aid certification

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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