Caretaker

eTeach UK Limited; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Cardiff is seeking a School Caretaker for a permanent part-time role, requiring 11 hours per week. Responsibilities include ensuring the security and maintenance of the school, managing site traffic, and completing health and safety checks. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience, a personable attitude, and a commitment to the Catholic ethos. Application deadline is 19th November 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience in caretaking or maintenance roles required.
• Must pass a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check.
• Commitment to equality of opportunity and inclusivity.

Responsibilities

• Ensure security and general maintenance of the school.
• Manage traffic flow and site security.
• Undertake health and safety checks.
• Perform general maintenance and cleaning duties.
• Provide flexible support, including call-outs.

Skills

Suitable experience

Personable attitude

Positive attitude

Commitment to Catholic ethos

Job description

Job Title

School Caretaker / Grade 4

Location

St Cuthbert’s Catholic Primary School,
Letton Road, Cardiff Bay, Cardiff, CF10 4AB

Contract

Permanent

Working Hours

11 hours per week: 7.30-8.30am, 5.00-6.00pm. 1hr caretaking duties.

Salary

Grade 4 SCP 6-11 (£25,989-£28,142) Pro Rata

Start Date

5th January 2026

Responsibilities

• Security and general maintenance of the school, including opening and closing buildings.
• Managing traffic flow into the car park and ensuring site security.
• Undertaking all relevant health and safety checks.
• General maintenance and cleaning duties where required.
• Moving and setting up equipment and liaising with contractors while on site.
• Providing flexible support, including weekend, evening and bank holiday call‑outs, and additional hours as required.

Requirements

Suitable experience and a personable, positive attitude. Commitment to the Catholic ethos and a climate of equality of opportunities and inclusion for all. Must pass a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check.

Application Information

Please download or print the application form by selecting the “Apply Now” button.

Completed application forms to be returned directly to the school by hand or post by the closing date.

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 19th November 2025

Interviews: Week of 24th November 2025

Safeguarding and Child Protection

Safeguarding and Child Protection are key priorities for the Council. We aim to support children and vulnerable adults to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. Our services and schools are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable adults, and will take action to safeguard their well‑being. Children and vulnerable adults have a right to protection.