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 Plan.
Why Choose Us?
Are you ready to be part of a supportive and nurturing community dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for our pupils? Our new school in Burnley is the perfect place for you to grow your career and make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people.
About Our School
Located in Burnley, our school caters to up to 48 pupils aged 5 to 18 with a range of complex needs. We pride ourselves on creating a safe and supportive environment 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 committed to improving the lives of young people across the UK, with all our schools rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. Join us in making a difference!
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.
* Handling porterage duties, such as moving furniture and equipment.
* Reporting any issues to the Head Teacher and arranging larger repairs.
* Conducting daily cleaning and ad-hoc duties, including litter picking.
* Ensuring the security of the school premises as the main key holder.
* Carrying out regular health and safety checks and maintaining safety equipment.
* 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.
* A willingness to work with SEMH children.
* A UK Driving License and access to your own transport.
* Willingness to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.
Join Us!
If you’re ready to make a difference and be part of a dedicated team, we encourage you to apply! At Polaris, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.