Bridgend School Caretaker — Hands-On Maintenance

TeacherActive Limited.; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a dedicated Secondary School Caretaker to work in Bridgend and surrounding areas. You will maintain school buildings and grounds, perform minor repairs, and ensure a safe, welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

The role involves hands-on maintenance, security checks and collaboration with school staff and contractors to keep premises in good condition.

Qualifications

• Experience in caretaking, maintenance, facilities or site management.
• Experience in a secondary school or education setting is advantageous.
• Good practical skills for basic repairs and maintenance.
• Sound understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage workloads independently.
• Reliable, flexible and proactive approach.
• Good communication to build relationships with staff.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Willingness to undertake an enhanced DBS check and safeguarding requirements.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance and minor repairs around the school premises.
• Keep school buildings, facilities and grounds clean, tidy and safe.
• Open and secure the school premises as required.
• Complete routine health and safety checks and report concerns.
• Monitor site security to keep the environment safe.
• Carry out basic painting, decorating and upkeep tasks.
• Assist with moving and setting up furniture and resources.
• Coordinate with staff and external contractors on maintenance needs.
• Respond promptly to maintenance issues or emergencies.
• Support the wider school team to maintain high standards.

Skills

Caretaking experience

Maintenance tasks

Health and safety procedures

Organisational skills

Workload management (independent)

Communication with staff

Teamwork

DBS check willingness

Positive attitude

Job description

TeacherActive is recruiting a dedicated Secondary School Caretaker to work in Bridgend and surrounding areas. You will maintain school buildings and grounds, perform minor repairs, and ensure a safe, welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

The role involves hands-on maintenance, security checks and collaboration with school staff and contractors to keep premises in good condition.