School Caretaker

We are looking to appoint a reliable, enthusiastic and dedicated Caretaker to join our hardworking and supportive team at Halton Holegate Church of England Primary School.

At Halton Holegate, our vision is "Learning and Flourishing Together." Rooted in our Christian values, we strive to create a nurturing, safe and inspiring environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential and every member of our school community is valued and respected. We are looking for someone who shares our commitment to maintaining a welcoming and positive environment where children can thrive.

This is an important role within our school. The successful candidate will take pride in ensuring that our buildings and grounds are safe, secure, clean and well maintained, helping to provide the very best learning environment for our pupils and staff.

We are looking for someone who:

• Shares and supports the ethos, vision and values of our school.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Has practical maintenance and DIY skills.
• Can work independently and use their own initiative.
• Takes pride in maintaining high standards.
• Has good organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Can communicate effectively with staff, pupils, parents, contractors and visitors.
• Is flexible, reliable and willing to undertake a variety of site-related duties.
• Will contribute positively to the life of the school and wider community.

Main Duties

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• The security of the school premises, including opening and locking the site as required.

• To be responsible for the ordering of cleaning equipment and materials and the secure storage thereof.

• To be responsible for the cleaning of a specified area in accordance with the County Council’s current standards and methods.
• Acting as a key holder and responding to emergency call-outs where necessary.
• Carrying out routine maintenance, minor repairs and basic decorating tasks.
• Undertaking regular health and safety checks of the premises and grounds.
• Monitoring and maintaining building services, including heating, lighting, fire alarms and water systems.
• Ensuring external areas, pathways and playgrounds are safe, clean and free from hazards.
• Liaising with contractors and external agencies as required.
• Supporting the preparation of school events and activities.
• Ensuring the school site presents a positive image to pupils, parents, visitors and the wider community.

No two days are the same, and we are looking for someone who enjoys working as part of a team, takes pride in their work and is willing to go the extra mile to support our school community.