Join Our Team as a School Caretaker!
Basic Salary: £26,402
Contract: Full Time - 37.5 hours per week
Location: Burnley, Lancs
Benefits: Enjoy 30 days of Annual Leave (increasing to 35 days with length of service), Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme, and Medical Cash.
Why Choose Us?
Are you ready to be part of a supportive and nurturing community that strives for the best outcomes for its pupils? Our new school in Burnley is the perfect place for you to grow your career while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people.
About Our School
Located in Burnley, our school has a proposed capacity of up to 48 pupils, providing a safe and supportive environment for children aged 5 to 18 with a range of complex needs. We are dedicated to fostering a positive atmosphere where every child feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our holistic approach ensures that academic progress goes hand-in-hand with emotional well-being and personal growth.
As part of the Polaris Community, we are proud to be associated with a growing portfolio of schools across the UK, all rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. For over 30 years, Polaris has passionately worked to improve the lives of young people.
Your Role and Responsibilities
As a School Caretaker, you will play a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and secure environment for our students. Your responsibilities will include:
* Maintaining the cleanliness and safety of school premises, including buildings and grounds.
* Performing cleaning, handy person activities, routine maintenance, and minor repairs.
* Supervising school cleaning staff.
* Promoting health and safety throughout the school.
* Managing porterage duties, such as moving furniture and equipment.
* Reporting any issues to the Head Teacher and maintaining school furniture and fittings.
* Arranging larger repairs and obtaining quotes from contractors.
* Conducting daily cleaning and ad-hoc duties, including litter picking and waste disposal.
* Carrying out emergency cleaning duties as needed.
* Coordinating an annual deep clean of frequently used areas.
* Maintaining cleaning tools and products, ensuring good stock levels.
* Securing the school premises as the main key holder.
* Conducting regular checks of security systems and reporting any breaches.
* Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
* Providing safe access to the school during cold weather conditions.
What We’re Looking For
To thrive in this role, you should have:
* Previous property maintenance or caretaking experience, preferably in a school environment.
* Experience in building maintenance and security systems.
* A solid understanding of health and safety regulations.
* Basic DIY skills and good interpersonal abilities.
* Strong literacy and numeracy skills.
* The ability to work effectively in an environment with SEMH children.
* A willingness to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.
* A valid UK Driving License and access to your own transport.
Join Us!
The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, with costs covered by Polaris. We are an equal opportunities employer and warmly encourage applications from all qualified candidates.