Job Description
Job Title: Primary School Caretaker
Reports to: School Business Manager / Headteacher
Location: Primary School Site
Hours: Part-time (with occasional flexibility required)
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Job Purpose
To ensure the school is a safe, clean, secure and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors. The caretaker plays a key role in maintaining the school’s buildings, grounds and facilities, carrying out repairs, supervising contractors and supporting the daily operation of the school.
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Key Responsibilities
Site Security & Safety
* Open and close the school site each day, ensuring all buildings are secure.
* Conduct regular security checks, including alarm systems, gates and external doors.
* Act as a key holder and respond to call-outs outside normal hours when needed.
* Monitor health and safety standards and report hazards or maintenance issues.
* Support emergency procedures (fire drills, evacuation routes, etc.).
Maintenance & Repairs
* Carry out minor repairs and maintenance, such as:
* Replacing light bulbs, fixing door handles, unblocking sinks, repainting small areas.
* Conduct routine checks of heating, lighting, plumbing and ventilation systems.
* Perform basic grounds maintenance (sweeping paths, clearing leaves, gritting in winter).
* Keep maintenance logs up to date and report larger issues to management or contractors.
Cleaning & Hygiene Support
* Ensure cleanliness and tidiness of key areas such as entrances, corridors and outdoor spaces.
* Assist cleaning staff when required and monitor the quality of cleaning across the school.
* Maintain stock of cleaning materials and order supplies when necessary.
Facilities & Resources Management
* Set up rooms for lessons, meetings or school events (moving furniture/equipment).
* Manage deliveries, distribute supplies and oversee storage areas.
* Ensure waste and recycling systems are properly managed.
Contractor & Visitor Oversight
* Supervise onsite contractors, ensuring safe and compliant working practices.
* Liaise with maintenance services, inspectors and outside agencies when required.
Health & Safety Compliance
* Carry out regular health and safety checks, including playground equipment inspections.
* Assist with risk assessments for site-related activities.
* Follow all safeguarding procedures and maintain confidentiality.
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Additional Information
* The role may require occasional evening or weekend work for school events or emergencies.
* The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check in line with safeguarding requirements.
Requirements
Person Specification
Essential
* Practical maintenance skills and experience in caretaking, facilities or DIY work.
* Good understanding of health and safety responsibilities.
* Reliability, punctuality and strong sense of responsibility.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Physically fit and able to carry out manual tasks.
* Friendly, approachable, and respectful when working around children.
Desirable
* Experience in a school environment.
* Basic IT skills (logging issues, monitoring emails).
* Relevant training or certificates (e.g., health & safety, manual handling).
Benefits
* £14.50 per hour
* part time hours 07.30 -12:30
* Monday to Friday working
* Term time only
Requirements
Car driver previous experience in handy work / labouring