Assistant Caretaker

Shorefields; Braintree; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading school in Braintree is seeking a part-time Caretaker/Site Manager to assist with site management and maintenance duties. The role involves working 22.5 hours per week, ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the site while interacting positively with students. Ideal candidates will be self-motivated, reliable, and possess experience in a trade or similar role.

Qualifications

• Experience in a trade or similar role is desirable.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Friendly and positive interaction with students.

Responsibilities

• Car park duties.
• Securing the site and lock-up.
• Cleaning and small maintenance jobs.

Skills

Reliability

Teamwork

Proactivity

Job description

Job Details

Ref No: ECC7048-480

Position: Caretaker/Site Manager

Pay Range: Scale 4 - £13.26 per hour

Start Date: Immediate

Contract Type: Part-time, Permanent

Application Close: 06/06/2025 Midnight

Interview Date: To be arranged

About the Role

Edith Borthwick School is seeking a self-motivated, reliable, multi-skilled, proactive, and organized individual to assist the Caretaker. The Assistant Caretaker position involves working 22.5 hours per week, from 14:00 to 18:30.

Main Duties

1. Car park duties
2. Securing the site at the end of the day and lock-up
3. Cleaning
4. Small maintenance jobs
5. Liaising with contractors
6. Other duties as directed by the Caretaker

Experience in a trade or similar role is desirable. The candidate should work effectively as part of a team and relate well to students, interacting with them in a friendly and positive manner.

Additional Information

Visits to the school are encouraged and can be arranged by contacting Claire Baker. More information about us is available on our website at www.edithborthwick.essex.sch.uk.

This is a temporary position, with the assignment length starting from 3 months upwards. To apply, please complete the online application or contact the school at 01376 529300 for an application form.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment procedures to ensure safeguarding. Appropriate checks and clearances will be conducted.