Caretaker

Schools’ Choice; Dronfield; On-site; GBP 7,800 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Schools’ Choice in Derbyshire is seeking a part-time caretaker to provide high-quality maintenance and cleaning services at a Chesterfield site. Working 15 hours per week on split shifts, you will help manage waste, porterage, light decorating and routine checks.

A DBS check and safeguarding awareness are required, with the ability to work independently and communicate effectively with staff and pupils. This role offers a community-focused environment and a chance to contribute to a safe,

Qualifications

• Great customer service and communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks.
• Good attention to detail to ensure standards are met.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Commitment to safeguarding and welfare.

Responsibilities

• Waste management, porterage, light decorating, maintenance and cleaning.
• Carry out daily, weekly and monthly fire checks.
• Act as Key Holder and support site security.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Education

DBS clearance

Job description

About the Role

Based in Chesterfield, Derbyshire (S43), you will be working 15 hours per week, Monday - Friday on split shifts, 07:00-08:00 & 15:30-17:30 (can offer flexibility for afternoon) You'll play a key role in providing high-quality caretaking services to oversee maintenance and cleanliness.

Your responsibilities will include

• Waste managementPorterageLight decoratingMaintenance workCleaningDaily, Weekly and Monthly Fire checks.Key Holder

Who are we looking for?

Great customer service and communication skills and experience in similar setting (Caretaking, Maintenance, Trades, Handy-person, etc) A Team player providing an excellent service across the Vertas Group. The ability to make the best decisions with Vertas in mind. Listening and responding to colleagues, customers and suppliers to achieve the best outcome. The ability to adapt and respond to change in a growing organisation.

What You'll Bring

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Good attention to detail to ensure thorough cleaning and maintenance standards are met.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while following health.

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees to share this commitment.

• Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
• Children's Barred List check (where applicable)
• Right to Work checks
• Satisfactory references
• Verification of qualifications and professional registrations (where applicable)
• Occupational Health and medical clearance (where applicable)
• Assessment of suitability to work with children

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974(Exceptions) Order 1975. As this role is eligible for an Enhanced DBS check, applicants are required to declare any cautions and convictions that are not protected under current filtering rules.