SCHOOL CARETAKER
Prospero Teaching is recruiting for a reliable and dedicated School Caretaker to support the maintenance and day running of multiple school sites within a specialist education provision.
This is a vital role focused on ensuring safe, compliant, and well-maintained environments for pupils, staff, and visitors. Working closely with the Site Manager, you will carry out routine maintenance, minor repairs, and health & safety checks across sites. There is clear progression potential for the right candidate, with scope to progress into a Site Manager role.
The role requires travel between school sites, therefore a full driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle are essential.
CONTRACT DETAILS:
Position: School Caretaker
Type of work: Education / School Sites
Contract type: Permanent
Full time/part time: Full-Time (Term Time)
Working hours: 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
Pay: £22,455 - £23,548 per annum
Flexibility: Working hours agreed at interview
Additional: Availability for emergency call-outs requiredKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Carry out routine and planned maintenance, minor repairs, and general upkeep
Conduct health & safety compliance checks, inspections, testing, and record keeping
Perform skilled maintenance tasks within the scope of the role
Act as on-site support for external contractors, supervising works
Support site security, including opening and locking up
Monitor and manage maintenance stock levels
Assist with setting up areas for school events and activities
Respond promptly to maintenance requests and prioritise workloads effectivelyEXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Practical experience in caretaking, maintenance, or a related field
Physically able to carry out manual and practical tasks
Good communication skills and basic IT competence
Full UK driving licence, access to a suitable vehicle, and willingness to travel
Ability to work independently, manage time, and prioritise effectivelyDesirable:
Background in a construction trade (e.g. carpentry, plumbing, electrical, general building)
Experience working in schools or public sector buildings
Awareness of safeguarding and working around young people (training can be provided)TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:
Hold Right to Work in the UK
Hold an enhanced DBS or be willing to apply for one
Provide relevant professional referencesOTHER:
If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with an upCV. Please note that the advert may close early if sufficient applications are received.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business / education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. Successful candidates will be required to register with Prospero Teaching to take up the post