Overview
Duke of Lancaster, Fakenham
29 hours per week, 52 weeks per year - Permanent
Shift work and occasional evenings and weekends
Salary: £24,404 - £25,183 per annum (Dependent on qualifications and experience). Actual salary: £19,127 - £19,738 per annum.
We are seeking a reliable and proactive Caretaker to join our Estates Team to contribute to the daily operations that keep our school environment safe, clean, and welcoming for students, staff, and visitors. From maintaining site security and carrying out general maintenance to providing event support and ensuring facilities are operational and tidy, you will be central to our commitment to high service standards.
You will be the first point of contact for estate-related issues, managing tasks through our help desk system and liaising with contractors to resolve problems swiftly. The role involves a range of responsibilities including minor repairs, porterage, decorating, cleaning, and proactive upkeep of the school buildings and grounds. Flexibility is essential, as you will be expected to support shift rotations, weekend cover, and school events.
Responsibilities
* Serve as the first point of contact for estate-related issues; manage tasks through the help desk system and liaise with contractors.
* Perform minor repairs, porterage, decorating, cleaning, and proactive upkeep of the school buildings and grounds.
* Support shift rotations, weekend cover, and school events.
* Contribute to maintaining site security and general maintenance to ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment.
Qualifications
* Full UK driving licence.
* GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent) are essential.
* Trade qualification or First Aid training would be advantageous.
Benefits
* Membership into Local Government Pension Scheme
* Family friendly policies and flexible working
* Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
* Employee wellbeing initiatives
* Free parking
* Canteen and company events
* Access to various memberships and discount schemes
* Learning and development opportunities, including staff development days
* Funded subject course development for your role
* Range of staff communities, including EDI and neurodiverse communities
* Career progression opportunities
About Eastern Education Group
Eastern Education Group is a dynamic and forward-thinking education provider delivering high-quality learning experiences across multiple institutions, including schools, further education colleges, and specialist learning provisions. We are committed to excellence, inclusivity, and innovation in education, and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults.
We work with regulatory bodies, including Ofsted, to ensure compliance and the highest quality of teaching, learning, and student support. We expect all staff and volunteers to share our safeguarding commitment. The Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, gender, gender reassignment, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
For further information or to apply, please contact our recruitment team at: recruitment@easterneducationgroup.ac.uk. Completed application forms should be made via our recruitment portal. If you have not heard from a member of the HR Team within 14 working days of the closing date, please presume your application has not been successful. We reserve the right to appoint prior to the closing date. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.
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