Job Title: Part-Time Caretaker (Weekdays & Weekends)
Contract: Permanent – Part-Time (23.5 hours / 3 days per week)
Salary: £16,864 per year (Full-year contract including term time and school holidays)
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role
A well-established education setting is seeking a reliable and proactive Caretaker to join its supportive Estates Team.
This part-time role includes weekend shifts supporting external hires using the school's sports and performing arts facilities, and a weekday shift working alongside the wider site team. You'll play a key role in ensuring the site is well-maintained, secure, and welcoming to all users.
Whether you're interested in all three days or just weekend/weekday shifts, we're happy to hear from you.
Working Pattern (23.5 hours/week):
* Saturday: 08:30 – 18:30 (1-hour unpaid lunch)
Occasional extended shift until 20:30 – additional hours paid via timesheet
* Sunday: 09:00 – 16:30 (30-min unpaid lunch)
Occasional extended shift until 18:00 – additional hours paid via timesheet
* Monday: 07:30 – 16:00 (1-hour unpaid lunch)
Key Responsibilities:
* Open/lock buildings, ensure full site security and alarms
* Welcome and support external facility users
* Maintain site cleanliness and perform general janitorial duties
* Carry out basic maintenance and safety checks
* Set up spaces for events and move equipment
* Support contractors on site and ensure work standards
* Work across two local sites if needed
* Occasional minibus driving (training provided)
What We're Looking For:
* A warm, professional, and customer-focused manner
* Strong communication and organisational skills
* Facilities, caretaking or site experience preferred
* Good understanding of health & safety practices
* Flexible, dependable, and a strong team player
This is a great opportunity to join a committed and friendly team, making a real difference to the smooth running of a vibrant educational environment.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Temp to perm
Pay: £16,864.00 per year
Expected hours: 23.5 per week
Application question(s):
* You happy with working weekends?
* Do you drive?
Experience:
* caretaker: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person