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We are seeking a reliable, friendly and proactive Caretaker to join our welcoming and nurturing school community.
Our school is a happy, inclusive place where children are at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on being a supportive team that values professional development, wellbeing and collaboration. The successful candidate will play a vital role in maintaining a safe, clean and welcoming environment for our pupils, staff and visitors.
The Role
As Caretaker, you will be responsible for:
The day-to-day care, maintenance and security of the school site
Ensuring the school environment is clean, safe and well-presented
Carrying out minor repairs, routine checks and basic maintenance tasks
Supporting health and safety procedures across the school
Working positively with staff, pupils and visitors as a valued member of the school team
We are looking for someone who:
Is practical, dependable and takes pride in their work
Enjoys being part of a friendly, supportive community
Has a positive, can-do attitude and good problem-solving skills
Is able to work independently while also being part of a team
Has experience in a caretaking, maintenance or similar role (desirable, but not essential)
What We Offer
A welcoming, calm and supportive school environment
A caring and inclusive community that values every member of staff
Ongoing CPD and training opportunities to support your development
A role where your work truly makes a difference to children’s daily experience
Employee Pension Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to work scheme
This role is for 25 hours per week over 5 days per week, 52 weeks per year, with flexibility on start and finish times each day. You will be working every day in a school environment with interactions regularly with staff and children. Acting in a professional manner with high regard for safeguarding is essential to this role. The role will be paid on Surrey Pay Scale 5, which is £18,671 - £20,002 pa pro rata (£27,634 - £29,604 per annum FTE)
Visits to the school are welcomed. Please contact the school office to arrange. Interviews are planned for Monday 23rd February.
Safeguarding Statement
Godalming Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (as amended in 2013 & 2020) (Exceptions) Order 1975. Applicants must declare all convictions and cautions (spent and unspent), other than those which are 'protected' under the DBS filtering rules. A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including children's barred list, will be required before appointment is confirmed. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a self-declaration and disclosure form and will be subject to online searches.