Caretaker

Bishop Burton College; Bishop Burton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Beautiful Rural Campus

Local Government Pension Scheme

Up to 40 Days' Leave

Birthday Leave

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free On‑Site Parking

On‑Site Catering Facilities

Optional Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted On‑Site Gym Membership

Health & Wellbeing Programme

Career Development Opportunities

Free Will Writing Service

Generous Sick Pay & CompassionateLeave

Enhanced Maternity & Adoption Pay

Free Eye Tests for DSE Users

15% Discount on East Yorkshire Buses

Job summary

Bishop Burton College is seeking a Caretaker to join our Estates team. You will be responsible for opening and securing buildings, carrying out routine inspections and minor repairs, and setting up rooms for events, deliveries and teaching sessions.

You will work independently, use your initiative, and respond to changing priorities while helping keep access routes safe. Some duties may be at Riseholme campus and require flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience of basic repairs and maintenance.
• Understanding of health and safety.
• Comfortable working independently and using initiative.

Responsibilities

• Open and secure buildings and carry out routine inspections.
• Complete minor repairs and setup rooms for events and deliveries.
• Support campus events and deliveries with flexibility for evenings and weekends.
• Keep access routes safe and report maintenance concerns.
• Occasionally support duties at Riseholme campus.

Skills

Basic repairs

Health and safety awareness

Independent working

Job description

Salary £25,847 Per Annum

Typically worked on a rota covering early mornings and occasional evenings to support campus operations. Overtime may be available during peak periods, events, and emergencies.

Are you a practical, reliable person who takes pride in keeping buildings safe, secure and well maintained? We are looking for a Caretaker to join our Estates team and help create a welcoming environment for students, staff and visitors.

You may currently be working in caretaking, facilities, property maintenance or another hands‑on role within a school, business, leisure facility or residential setting. You will bring experience of basic repairs and maintenance, an understanding of health and safety, and a friendly, helpful approach. You will be comfortable working independently, using your initiative and responding to changing priorities.

Your role will be varied, from opening and securing buildings and carrying out routine inspections to completing minor repairs, setting up rooms and supporting deliveries. You will also help keep access routes safe, report maintenance concerns and support College events, with flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends. You may be required to support duties at our Riseholme campus.

At Bishop Burton College, your work will make a visible difference every day. By helping maintain our teaching spaces, specialist facilities and wider campus, you will support students to learn and staff to deliver their best. Joining our Estates team offers the opportunity to put your practical skills to good use in an educational environment where teamwork, care and pride in your work matter.

If you enjoy solving problems, helping others and getting involved in a varied working day, we would love to hear from you.

Bishop Burton College/Riseholme College promote equality, diversity and inclusion ensuring fair treatment, representation, and opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their background or characteristics. We see this as essential for creating inclusive environments and fostering innovation and creativity.

• Beautiful Rural Campus – Enjoy working in a unique countryside environment with excellent facilities.
• Local Government Pension Scheme – A generous defined benefit pension with valuable employer contributions.
• Up to 40 Days' Leave – Including annual leave, bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata for part-time colleagues).
• Birthday Leave – Enjoy an extra day's paid leave to celebrate your birthday
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money and support a healthier, greener commute.
• Free On‑Site Parking – No parking costs or long walks to work.
• On‑Site Catering Facilities – A variety of cafés and dining options available across campus.
• Optional Health Cash Plan – Helping you claim back the cost of everyday healthcare.
• Employee Assistance Programme – Free, confidential support for you and your family whenever you need it.
• Discounted On‑Site Gym Membership – Stay active with reduced membership rates.
• Health & Wellbeing Programme – Dedicated initiatives to support your physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.
• Career Development Opportunities – We invest in your future with training, qualifications and progression opportunities.
• Free Will Writing Service – Helping you plan ahead with confidence.
• Generous Sick Pay & Compassionate Leave – Providing peace of mind when life doesn't go to plan.
• Enhanced Maternity & Adoption Pay – Extra support for you and your growing family.
• Free Eye Tests for DSE Users – Helping you take care of your eye health.
• 15% Discount on East Yorkshire Buses – Save on your daily commute and leisure travel.

We're committed to creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported and able to thrive, making Bishop Burton College and Riseholme Collegea great place to build a rewarding career.

The college does not hold a sponsorship licence so therefore this post is not open to candidates who require sponsorship under the UK's points-based immigration system.

Closing date: Sunday 8th November

Interview date: Monday 16th November

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. As this is a position of trust, the successful candidate will be required to disclose any criminal convictions and will be subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), barring (where applicable), reference, qualification and health checks. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The College is an equal opportunities employer.

If you have any queries, please contact the HR Team at [e-mail] or telephone [phone].