Overview
Establishment: Pontefract Academies Trust Location: Orchard Head Junior Infant and Nursery, The Rookeries Junior Infant and Nursery Salary: £26,403 - £28,142 Per Annum Department: Premises Job Type: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: AYR - All year round Hours per Week: 37.00 Weeks per Year: 52.143 Pay Grade: Support Pay Scales | SCP 7 - SCP 11
Closing Date: 17/09/2025 10:00 Interview Date: 23/09/2025 Start Date: ASAP
The Role
We are seeking to appoint two committed Caretakers at The Rookeries Junior, Infant and Nursery School and Orchard Head Junior Infant and Nursery School. The successful candidates will be responsible for assisting in providing a well maintained, safe, secure, and clean working environment for the school. They will undertake activities to maintain a safe and clean internal and external environment, and undertake routine checks as required.
Key responsibilities
* The management and delivery of reactive maintenance tasks
* Undertaking compliance tasks as required and record evidence on a computerised system
* Providing day to day supervision to a team of cleaners, ensuring duties are carried out to the highest of standards
* Maintaining site security through locking and unlocking the school’s buildings, setting the security alarm and other security systems where applicable
About the schools
At Orchard Head, success begins with strong foundations. Our dedicated staff are committed to nurturing a lifelong love for learning in every child, empowering them to become confident, independent, and successful individuals. We take pride in our above-national Key Stage 2 attainment and progress outcomes, reflecting our unwavering focus on academic excellence. Beyond academics, our personalised development opportunities enrich the curriculum, providing pupils with memorable experiences that shape their holistic growth. Together as a school community, we celebrate our achievements and eagerly anticipate continued growth, flourishing, and success at Orchard Head.
At The Rookeries Junior, Infant & Nursery School, we are dedicated to nurturing well-rounded individuals who are equipped with the skills, values, and confidence to thrive in an ever-changing world. Our commitment to academic excellence is unwavering. Through evidence-based teaching methods and a rigorous curriculum, we ensure that every child reaches their full potential academically. We believe in the power of collaboration and actively engage with parents, guardians, and community partners to create a supportive network that enriches the educational experience of our students. Notably, The Rookeries Junior, Infant & Nursery School boasts outstanding achievements both locally and nationally.
What can we offer you?
* Exciting career and leadership pathways supported by outstanding CPD opportunities
* Everyday Development (EDD) Framework: A simple, personal and flexible goal-based approach to continuous learning, career growth and wellbeing.
* For the 2025/26 academic year, we will be providing staff with three Everyday Development (EDD) days. These development days will offer you self-directed time away from the workplace to recharge and reflect on your personal and career goals.
* Generous employer pension- (West Yorkshire Pension Fund - LGPS)
* Generous annual leave entitlements (starting from 26 days annual leave, up to a maximum of 33 days dependent on length of service and grade of role – plus 8 statutory bank holidays)
* Fantastic family friendly policies with a focus on employee work/life balance
* Cycle to work scheme
* Blue Light card
* Discounted gym membership
* Free eyecare via Specsavers
* Employee wellbeing programme (including physiotherapy, personal or professional concerns on legal, health, finance, wellbeing, and other matters)
* Discounts at numerous retailers including O2
* Free flu vaccinations.
Key Dates
* Interviews to be held Tuesday 23rd September 2025
Application Process
* Complete an application form in SamPeople Recruit via our website
We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone.
The Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks (including online checks). Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form.
Qualifications
* Level 2 Numeracy/Literacy Qualifications or GCSE Maths and English equivalent (Grade C/4 or higher) Essential
* Cleaning and support services N/SVQ Level 3 OR equivalent experience or qualification, or willingness to train to achieve these Level 3 Desirable
* Health and safety related qualification or accreditations Desirable
Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks (including online checks). Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form.
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