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Caretaker

Job description

School Caretaker - Multi-Site (Full-Time)
Salary: £26,000 per annum
Location: Across three primary sites in South Manchester
Contract Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Start Date: As soon as possible

We are currently seeking a reliable, proactive, and experienced School Caretaker to support the day-to-day maintenance, safety, and security across three thriving primary school sites in South Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in the smooth running of a diverse and inclusive educational environment that places community, wellbeing, and achievement at the heart of everything it does.

About the Schools:
The schools are part of a well-established multi-academy trust with a strong reputation for inclusivity and pupil-centred learning. Spanning across three sites, the settings cater for children from early years through to Year 6 and offer a nurturing environment enriched with cultural diversity, high-quality teaching, and strong community links.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ensure the cleanliness, security, and general maintenance of all school premises and grounds

  • Conduct regular health and safety checks and risk assessments in line with statutory requirements

  • Carry out minor repairs, decorating, and basic plumbing or electrical work where appropriate

  • Monitor site safety, including locking/unlocking of premises and overseeing access for contractors

  • Support site logistics, including setting up for school events and managing deliveries

  • Report and follow up on major maintenance issues with external contractors or relevant services

  • Act as Fire Warden and support emergency drills and procedures across all sites

Essential Requirements:

  • Proven experience in a similar site maintenance or caretaker role, ideally within an educational setting

  • Strong working knowledge of health and safety procedures, COSHH, manual handling, and risk assessments

  • Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)

  • Relevant qualifications in site management, facilities, or health and safety (e.g., IOSH, NEBOSH, Level 2/3 Facilities Management)

  • A flexible, hands-on approach with excellent problem-solving and time management skills

  • Full UK driving licence and the ability to travel across all three sites as required

What We Offer:

  • A competitive salary of £26,000 per year

  • A permanent role within a welcoming and values-led multi-site school community

  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

  • The chance to contribute meaningfully to the safety, wellbeing, and success of pupils and staff

To Apply:
Please submit your CV via this advert. For more information, contact Josh at Simply Education:
Email:
Phone: 0161 413 7929
WhatsApp: 07506 705017

Please note: All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK and willing to undergo all safeguarding checks as required by school policy.