Lincoln Anglican Academy Trust are looking for a Caretaker to join them.
Location: Brown's Church of England Primary School, NG34 0PL
Salary: £6,806.22 - £7,137.57 Pro Rata (£25,183 - £26,409 FTE)
Job Type: Part Time, Permanent
Hours: 10 hours per week, Full year 5 hours per day, split over 2 days (flexibility on days)
Closing Date: Wednesday 30th July 2025 (midday)
About Us:
The Lincoln Anglican Academy Trust is a multi-academy trust formed by the Diocese of Lincoln in 2013. We are a growing and thriving family of schools dedicated to providing an excellent education for pupils across Lincolnshire. We have grown to serve twenty-three academies across three local authorities of Lincolnshire, North Lincolnshire, and North-East Lincolnshire.
Caretaker - The Role:
At the heart of every thriving school is a dedicated caretaker who ensures a safe, clean, and well-maintained environment for students and staff. We're looking for passionate individuals to join our team as caretakers, offering not just a job, but the chance to make a meaningful impact in schools and the wider community.
As a school caretaker, you will play a pivotal role in the day-to-day upkeep of the school, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for students, teachers, and visitors. This role is ideal for individuals who are hands-on, enjoy variety in their work, and are looking for a meaningful way to contribute to their community
As a caretaker, you'll begin your day with a variety of tasks: checking that everything is in order, addressing any maintenance issues, and making sure the school is ready for the day's activities. Every task contributes to creating a safe, positive learning environment for students.
Caretaker - Responsibilities:
- Maintain the security of the premises and its contents, including the operation of fire and burglar alarms
- Be a trustworthy key holder responsible for the opening and closing of the site
- Have responsibility for the cleanliness of the premises
- To assist with inspection of the heating plant on a daily basis, carry out minor maintenance and report other defects as required
- Carry out routine maintenance of buildings and décor i.e. minor decoration, repairs and those tasks which would not normally require the services of an outside contractor
- Attend to the heating and lighting of the premises and maintain the required equipment
- Be available to attend the school in cases of emergency outside the working week
Caretaker - You:
- Experience of working in a school
- 4 GCSE'S or equivalent in English and Maths
- Considerable DIY experience, minor maintenance level
- IOSH / Health and Safety training
- Working knowledge of Health and Safety relating to the post
- Experience of working within a team
- Knowledge of the requirements of site security
Caretaker - Benefits:
- Over 70 online courses to support development
- 24 hour confidential helpline covering legal, financial and health and wellbeing guidance
- Virtual GP - Accessible by smart phone, or computer with same day appointments
- Local Government Pension or Teachers Pension Scheme
- Competitive annual leave entitlements for support staff colleagues
- Favourable T&Cs for all colleagues to include enhanced HR policies for all colleagues
- Internal and external CPD and Networks for all colleagues
- Employee benefits from Specsavers and Halfords - cycle to work scheme
Application Process:
The Trust promotes diversity and wants a workforce which reflect Christian Value. Applications are welcome from all, irrespective of gender, sexuality, race, religion, marital status, age, or disability.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will require the successful applicant to undertake an Enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.
To submit your application for this exciting Caretaker opportunity, please click ‘Apply' now.
Wednesday 30th July 2025 (midday)
Wednesday 6th August 2025 (details to be confirmed)
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