Wigan
Full Year
£15,557 - £16,311
Permanent
Expires 10/10/2025
About the Role
Douglas Valley Nursery School
Turner Street
Wigan
WN1 3SU
Salary: Grade 4, £15,557 - £16,311 per annum. £ £13.90 per hour
22.5 hours per week, Full Year
Required for December 2025
The Governors of Douglas Valley Nursery School are seeking a Caretaker who will be wholly committed to the school's interests and the welfare and safety of children and staff. The successful applicant will work under the direction of the Headteacher and School Business Manager as part of an enthusiastic and conscientious team.
Main Duties and Responsibilities include:
* to play a key part in ensuring the school environment is a safe and pleasant place for children, parents, staff and visitors.
* the security of the building and contents, unlocking and locking and managing access to the school grounds during busy periods.
* efficient use of lighting and heating.
* to work with existing cleaner to maintain a high level of cleanliness across the whole school site.
* porterage duties to assist with handling deliveries, etc.
* reporting defects and safety hazards to the School Business Manager to ensure that high standards are maintained.
* routine maintenance and some gardening duties to be undertaken
* to respond to occasional emergency or security call outs
* Dealing with contractors and ensuring work is completed
* Carrying out health and safety checks
Flexibility and willingness to work as part of our team are essential as the successful candidate may be required to work additional hours.
Initial hours of work (term time): 4.5 hours per day, Monday to Friday, split shifts, starting am and pm. However, during school holidays, hours/ days may be condensed to provide cover for any contractors booked into school.
Holidays: To be taken in school holidays only, as agreed in accordance with service demands.
If you require any further information, please contact the school on
Completed applications forms can be returned via email to:
Interview date: Tuesday 21st October 2025
This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check
Wigan Local Authority and the School Governing Body are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
To view the details relating to this position and to access the application form, please click the links below:
* Application Form
* DBS Policy Statement Schools
* Guidance for Safer Work Practices
* Childcare Disqualification Requirements
* Job Description & Person Specification
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