About the Role Equitas are seeking a reliable and proactive School Caretaker to join a secondary school in Reading. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the school site is safe, secure, and well maintained, providing a welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. This is a hands-on role requiring flexibility, initiative, and a strong sense of responsibility. School Caretaker Key Responsibilities * Carry out day-to-day maintenance, basic repairs, and minor DIY tasks across the school site. * Ensure the premises, grounds, and facilities are clean, safe, and secure at all times. * Open and close the school buildings (including alarms, gates, and locking systems). * Monitor and maintain heating, lighting, and water systems to ensure they operate effectively. * Support with setting up rooms, furniture, and equipment for school events, meetings, or exams. * Ensure health & safety standards are met in line with school and statutory requirements. * Act as the first point of contact for contractors and oversee their work on site when required. * Maintain records relating to maintenance, security, health & safety checks, and compliance. * Undertake regular inspections of the premises and grounds to identify and resolve issues. * Respond promptly to emergencies, including fire alarms, security incidents, or urgent repairs. Person Specification Essential: * Previous experience in a caretaker, School caretaker, site manager, or facilities role (ideally within a school or similar environment). * Practical skills in basic repairs, DIY, plumbing, and general maintenance. * Good understanding of health & safety regulations. * Ability to work independently and use initiative. * Strong organisational skills and reliability. Desirable: * Experience working in a school or educational setting desirable but not essentail What We Offer * A friendly and supportive school community. * A varied and rewarding role where you will make a real difference in the day-to-day running of the school