School Caretaker

Salary: £29,120 - £31,512 per year (dependent on experience)
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday (including 3pm-8pm, with an additional 3 hours per day to be agreed)

Simply Education are working with a school seeking a proactive and reliable School Caretaker to support the day-to-day maintenance, compliance, and upkeep of the school site.

This is a varied and hands-on role where you'll help ensure the buildings, grounds, and facilities are safe, well-maintained, and fit for purpose, providing a positive environment for students, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance, repairs, and minor refurbishment work across the school site.
• Ensure school grounds and outdoor areas are maintained to a high standard.
• Complete routine health and safety checks, including weekly fire alarm testing and legionella monitoring.
• Maintain accurate records of all compliance and safety checks.
• Support planned preventative maintenance and servicing programmes.
• Assist with site improvement projects and ongoing development works.
• Work closely with the Premises and Compliance Manager to ensure the smooth running of the site.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a caretaking, maintenance, facilities, or site management role.
• Good understanding of health and safety regulations and compliance requirements.
• Experience carrying out basic building repairs and maintenance.
• Knowledge of trades such as electrical, plumbing, construction, or general maintenance is desirable.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to work.
• Good IT skills and the ability to use maintenance management systems.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with a range of stakeholders.
• Flexible, reliable, and able to work independently when required.

Why Apply?

• Make a positive impact within a school environment.
• Join a supportive and dedicated team.
• Enjoy a varied role with responsibility and autonomy.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.

If you are a practical, hands-on individual with maintenance experience and a commitment to providing a safe and welcoming environment, we'd love to hear from you.