Assistant Caretaker

St Wilfrid's; Burgess Hill; On-site; GBP 23,762 - 29,043; Part time

Job summary

St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School in Burgess Hill is seeking an Assistant Caretaker for a part-time, permanent role. You will support the Premises Manager to keep the school site well maintained and compliant with Health & Safety standards.

Responsibilities include routine maintenance, gardening, and assisting with contractor work. The post starts September 2026 and offers a supportive, Christ-centred community with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience with Health & Safety risk assessments.
• Ability to perform non-specialist building maintenance and essential gardening duties.
• Plumbing and electrical basics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the school site to a high standard.
• Implement Health & Safety legislation and conduct risk assessments.
• Carry out non-specialist building maintenance and gardening duties.
• Plan, arrange and manage work of contractors.
• Maintain confidentiality and manage competing priorities.

Skills

Health & Safety

Building maintenance

Gardening

Plumbing

Electrical

Job description

## Assistant Caretaker### We are searching for the best education professionals* Job openings* Assistant CaretakerFast Apply# Assistant CaretakerEmployer: St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School, Burgess HillLocation: Burgess Hill, West SussexContract Type: PermanentHours: Part TimeContract Length: PermanentSalary: £26,403 pro rata per annumPosted: 13th July 2026Expires: 24th August 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1565191* Share : LinkedIn Facebook X WhatsApp Email* PrintStart Date: September 2026Contract Part Time / NegotiableWorking Hours To be discussed at interviewClosing date for applications 9am 4th September 2026 Interview date TBCThe Governors are looking to appoint enthusiastic, committed Caretaker to join our team and work with the Premises Manager for the management of Health & Safety of Our Building, Swimming Pool and Grounds.The Successful applicant will be:Someone who can ensure the school site is maintained to a high standard.Can implement Health & Safety legislation and risk assessmentsIs able to carry out non-specialist building maintenance and essential gardening duties, ideally with some plumbing and electrical skills.Is organised and can plan, arrange and manage the work of contractorsAlways maintains confidentialityIs able to prioritise work, meet deadlines and multi-taskEnthusiastic and committed to working as part of a teamConsistent in a calm and fair approachWe will offer you:A friendly, happy and welcoming, Christ centred community with a strong Catholic ethos.A real opportunity to make a difference to the lives of our amazing children.The chance to work alongside a dedicated and committed staff body.A supportive Governing Body committed to raising standards and strong local parish links.An exciting opportunity to further develop the building.Commitment to your continuous professional development.Visits to the school are highly recommended, but do not form part of the recruitment process.Please contact the school to make an appointment.Please complete the online application in full### AttachmentsCaretaker Job Advert June 2026### Safeguarding Statement:*St Wilfrids Catholic Primary School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We’ll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.**St Wilfrid’s Catholic Primary School is fully committed to safeguarding children. The post will be subject to satisfactory references, health checks and Disclosure and Barring Service checks. This will be done by means of applying for a DBS certificate through the Disclosure and Barring Service. Disclosures include details of cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions, spent or unspent. Proof of the right to work in the UK will also be required*