Caretaker

Unity Schools Partnership; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbots Green Academy, part of Unity Schools Partnership, is seeking a proactive Caretaker to maintain our school environment. The role covers day-to-day upkeep, safety, cleanliness, and ensuring a welcoming space for pupils and staff.

Full training provided where needed and a commitment to a safe, well-presented site is essential. The successful candidate will have practical maintenance skills, good problem-solving abilities, and be organised and dependable, with the ability to work

Qualifications

• Experience in caretaking, facilities, maintenance or site management is advantageous, but full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the school premises on a day-to-day basis.
• Carry out routine maintenance tasks and inspections.
• Monitor health and safety standards across the site.
• Support the smooth operation of Abbots Green Academy facilities.

Skills

Maintenance skills

Problem solving

Organisation

Independent work

Teamwork

Job description

Contract: Permanent, Full time, 37 hours per week.

Start Date: ASAP

Abbots Green Academy is seeking a dedicated, proactive and reliable Caretaker to play a key role in maintaining our school environment.

We are looking for an individual who takes pride in their work and is committed to ensuring our premises are safe, secure, clean and well-presented for pupils, staff and visitors. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day upkeep of the school site, carrying out routine maintenance tasks, monitoring health and safety standards, and supporting the smooth operation of our facilities.

We are seeking someone with practical maintenance skills, good problem-solving abilities and a flexible, can-do attitude. The ideal candidate will be organised, dependable and able to work both independently and as part of a team. Previous experience in a caretaking, facilities, maintenance or site management role would be advantageous, although full training will be provided where appropriate.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a hands-on role and takes satisfaction in making a positive contribution to the daily life of a successful and welcoming school. In return, Abbots Green Academy offers a supportive working environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to play a vital role in ensuring our pupils and staff have a safe and attractive place in which to learn and work.

Closing Date: 09:00am, 07.09.2026.

Interviews: 11.09.2026

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are also committed to equality, diversity and fair recruitment practices, and we oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination.

We value inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you wish to work part‑time or as a job‑share, we will accommodate this wherever possible. We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups.