Caretaker

Headteacher: Mrs Laura Lazenby

Position: Caretaker

Salary: Grade 5 - (£25,989 - £27,254 Full Time Equivalent)

Type: Permanent

Hours: 20 hours a week: Monday to Friday 7.00am - 11.00am (2.15pm to 6.15pm would be considered for the right candidate)

Weeks: All year - 52.14 wpy

Closing Date: Midday on 30th April 2026

Caretaker

Doxey Academy are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Caretaker, to work with the Headteacher and Bursar to provide a safe, well maintained school environment which will facilitate learning and enable our pupils to achieve their very best.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who would like to become an integral part of our friendly team.

We are looking for someone who:

- Is able to be responsible for a variety of duties including undertaking statutory inspections, risk assessments and COSHH assessments and managing contractors on site.

- Will be the first point of call for any minor repairs and maintenance in school.

- Has exceptional organisation and interpersonal skills.

- Enjoys working effectively as part of a team and is able to use their own initiative.

- Will be prepared to play a full part in school life.

- Has a friendly, caring nature and a good sense of humour.

We can offer you:

- A stimulating working environment with enthusiastic children who enjoy coming to school and have a good attitude to learning.

- A great opportunity to develop professionally in a supportive team where everyone is valued.

- A commitment to CPD. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure Barring Service Check, an online search and two references will be sought.

Interviews to be held in the week commencing 4th May 2026