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Join Our Facilities Team – Janitor
Are you dependable, hands-on and committed to keeping schools running smoothly and safely? We’re looking for dedicated Janitors to join our Facilities (Soft FM) team, supporting schools across the Falkirk Council area.
Janitors play a crucial role in school life – ensuring that buildings and grounds are clean, secure and well-maintained, helping create a welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors. You’ll also support school activities, monitor contractors, and contribute to health and safety compliance, allowing Headteachers to focus on education.
What You’ll Do:
1. Ensure the safety, security and upkeep of buildings and external areas
2. Carry out minor maintenance and report defects or hazards
3. Support the management of heating systems and building alarms
4. Monitor and support on-site contractors
5. Help manage janitorial supplies and deliveries
6. Contribute to safe access during severe weather and support pupil supervision when needed
7. Occasionally provide janitorial cover at other schools within the cluster
What We’re Looking For:
8. Relevant experience in facilities management, site supervision or building maintenance
9. A working knowledge of Health & Safety, COSHH, and building systems
10. Organised, proactive, and able to manage tasks independently
11. Strong communication and problem-solving skills
12. Experience working with children and young people is desirable
13. A full driving licence is helpful but not essential
The Role:
14. Hours: 37 hours per week, 5 over 7 days Monday to Sunday on rota basis
15. Contract: 52 weeks per year, permanent
16. Location: Across Falkirk Council schools – travel may be required within a cluster
17. Positions available: 4
Why Join Us?
18. Be part of a valued, well-supported team
19. Help create safe and welcoming spaces for learning
20. Access ongoing training and development opportunities
If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership.
If you take pride in your work and want to contribute to a service that matters every day, we encourage you to apply.