Caretaker

Cognita Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in the UK is seeking a Caretaker to maintain the safety and functionality of school facilities. In this full-time role, you will perform various maintenance tasks, manage contractors, and ensure health and safety compliance. Ideal candidates will have strong practical skills and a commitment to supporting a vibrant school community. Competitive salary and various benefits available.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave

Access to My Staff Shop for savings

Cycle to Work scheme

24/7 wellbeing support

Free school lunches

Discount on fees for children at the school

Qualifications

• Experience in general maintenance or DIY.
• Reliable and practical with strong problem-solving skills.
• Confident in managing repair tasks and liaising with contractors.

Responsibilities

• Ensure school's buildings and grounds are safe and well-maintained.
• Support day-to-day operations and carry out maintenance tasks.
• Manage contractors and ensure compliance checks are completed.

Skills

Practical skills

Problem-solving

General maintenance

Health and safety compliance

Basic IT skills

Job description

Overview

About the School - Akeley Wood Senior & Tile House
Akeley Wood School is a dynamic and friendly place to work with opportunities for professional development. We educate around 700 children across three campuses and have a progressive approach to teaching and learning. We strive for a holistic education at Akeley Wood and achieve this through the supportive environment and diverse breadth of learning and development within our School.

We look to recruit high calibre staff committed to achieving the highest standards and to actively take part in the school life.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for a Caretaker to join our fantastic team.

About Cognita

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 21 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 100,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, 'Thrive in a rapidly evolving world'.

About the role

As Caretaker at Akeley Wood, you will play a vital role in ensuring the school's buildings and grounds are safe, well-maintained, and fit for purpose. You\'ll support the day-to-day operations of the school across our campuses — carrying out maintenance tasks, managing contractors, and ensuring all compliance checks are completed on time. You\'ll also assist with setting up for events, transporting equipment, and handling deliveries. As a keyholder, you may be called upon out of hours for emergencies or access. This is a hands-on, varied role where no two days are the same, and your contribution is essential to the smooth running of school life.

This is a permanent, full-time role.

To view our Role Profile, click here.

Who we are looking for

You are practical, reliable, and take pride in keeping environments safe and well maintained. With strong problem-solving skills and experience in general maintenance or DIY, you\'re confident managing a range of repair tasks and liaising with contractors. You understand the importance of compliance and health and safety, and can use basic IT systems to manage tasks and log issues. You\'re a team player, adaptable, and willing to pitch in wherever needed. Above all, you\'re someone who thrives in a busy school setting and takes satisfaction in supporting students and staff each day.

Benefits at Cognita

• Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave.
• Access to My Staff Shop - 1,000\'s of savings to be made across the year.
• Cycle to Work scheme, operated through My Staff Shop.
• 24/7 wellbeing support through Cognita Care First, our Employee Assistance Program.
• Free school lunches
• A discount on fees for children at Akeley Wood School.

How to Apply

Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: 12th October 2025

Cognita Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check. Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy is available on the school website. Details on Recruitment of Ex-Offenders is included within the Application Guidance.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.

Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant.