Caretaker

Prospero Teaching; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking an enthusiastic Caretaker to maintain a safe and clean environment for a school near Poole. The ideal candidate should have experience in maintenance, security, and a passion for ensuring student safety. This full-time role offers valuable, hands-on experience in a supportive school environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in basic maintenance and security systems.
• Ability to safely store equipment and materials.
• Understanding of health, safety, and security compliance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and clean environment for the school.
• Perform minor repairs and direct contractors as needed.
• Order cleaning equipment and maintain work logs.

Skills

Basic maintenance of heating systems

Knowledge of health and safety requirements

Experience in security procedures

Ability to perform minor repairs

Experience in cleaning tasks

Knowledge of child protection policies

Job description

Job description

Caretaker

Prospero Teaching are working with a fantastic school currently seeking an enthusiastic Caretaker with a passion for maintaining a safe and clean environment.

The school, located near Poole, offers a supportive and rewarding environment for pupils aged 2-19 years.

This role is ideal for individuals who are compassionate, resilient, and have experience in maintenance, security, and general upkeep of school premises.

We welcome applicants with relevant experience in caretaking, maintenance, or facilities management.

The position may suit candidates who are pursuing a career in facilities management or maintenance and want to gain valuable, hands‑on experience within a supportive school environment.

Contract Details :

• Location : Poole, Dorset
• Position : Caretaker
• Type of work : Maintenance and Security
• Contract or position start date : ASAP
• Duration / Likely Duration : Temporary to Permanent
• Contract or position end date (if applicable) : Temporary to Permanent
• Contract type : Temporary to Permanent
• Full time / part time : Full time
• Minimum rate of pay : £ per hour
• Hours : hours per week

Experience, Training & Qualifications :

• Experience in basic maintenance of heating, lighting, plumbing, and security systems.
• Ability to store equipment, furniture, and materials safely.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements.
• Experience in security procedures for buildings and grounds.
• Ability to perform minor repairs and direct contractors.
• Experience in cleaning and maintenance tasks.
• Ability to maintain grounds and address hazards.
• Knowledge of fire evacuation plans and safety compliance.
• Experience in ordering cleaning equipment and maintaining work logs.
• Understanding of policies related to health, safety, security, confidentiality, and data protection.
• Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding policies

To Be Eligible For This Role Through Prospero Teaching, You Must :

• Hold Right to Work in the UK.
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application.
• Provide two professional child-related references.