School Caretaker/Premises Manager - Job Description
Role: Caretaker
Contract: Permanent (with potential for Temp-to-Perm)
Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 per annum
Hours: To be confirmed
Location: School site
Role Purpose
To ensure the school site is safe, secure, clean, and well maintained, supporting the day-to-day operation of the school and providing a welcoming environment for pupils, staff, and visitors.
Key Responsibilities
* Opening and securing the school buildings and grounds
* Carrying out routine maintenance and minor repairs
* Monitoring site security and responding to alarms or issues
* Ensuring health & safety standards are maintained across the site
* Setting up rooms and facilities for school activities and events
* Liaising with contractors and reporting maintenance issues
* Supporting staff with site-related requests
* Maintaining outdoor areas, including basic grounds maintenance
Skills & Experience
* Previous caretaking, site management, or maintenance experience (desirable)
* Practical DIY and maintenance skills
* Good understanding of health & safety requirements
* Ability to work independently and use initiative
* Reliable, flexible, and well organised
* Good communication skills
Safeguarding
* Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
* Appointment subject to references and an enhanced DBS check
Additional Information
* The role is offered on a permanent basis, with the option to start on a temporary-to-permanent arrangement
Working hours will be confirmed during the recruitment process