Caretaker

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to –

• Keep the school premises safe and secure for children, staff and visitors
• Act as a key holder, ensuring the security and safety of the school buildings and grounds
• Manage opening/locking up routines and respond to alarm activations and emergencies
• Oversee the heating systems, reporting faults and ensuring required temperatures are maintained
• Carry out general maintenance, minor repairs, cleaning of designated areas and porterage duties
• Support the upkeep of external areas including litter collection, clearing drains, winter gritting and snow clearance
• Supervise and liaise with contractors and support cleaning staff as needed
• Complete routine Health & Safety checks, including fire alarms, asbestos monitoring and legionella testing

We are looking for someone who –

• Has previous relevant experience in a caretaking, maintenance or similar practical role
• Understands Health & Safety procedures and safe working practices
• Is proactive, organised, reliable, and able to work independently as well as part of a team and has a positive solution focused attitude
• Communicates well with staff, contractors and visitors
• Is physically able to undertake manual duties such as moving furniture, lifting and working in confined spaces
• Holds a full, clean UK driving licence