Caretaker

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment Ltd. is recruiting a reliable School Caretaker for a secondary school in Bristol. You will maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment, with duties including opening/locking buildings, basic repairs, ground maintenance and setting up spaces for events.

You should have prior caretaking or facilities experience, practical DIY skills, and a proactive, safety‑conscious approach. DBS checks or willingness to organise one through Tradewind are preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in caretaking, facilities management or building maintenance.
• Good DIY and maintenance skills.
• Proactive, able to work independently and manage priorities.
• Health and safety awareness and safe working practices.
• Reliable, flexible and approachable.

Responsibilities

• Open and secure school buildings, manage keys and alarm systems.
• Carry out general maintenance, DIY and minor repairs.
• Maintain school grounds and outdoor upkeep.
• Set up classrooms and spaces for assemblies and events.
• Conduct routine site inspections and identify safety issues.
• Support fire safety procedures and accessible exits.
• Liaise with contractors and receive deliveries.
• Report maintenance issues to keep environments safe for pupils and staff.

Skills

Caretaking experience

Facilities management

DIY skills

Health & safety awareness

Communication skills

Job description

School Caretaker - Secondary School

Location: Bristol
Pay: 14.75 - 15.75 per hour
Working hours: Either 7:00am - 4:00pm OR 10:00am - 7:00pm

Are you a practical, hands-on individual who takes pride in maintaining a safe, clean and welcoming environment? Tradewind Recruitment is working with a secondary school in Bristol seeking a reliable and proactive Caretaker to join its site team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in general maintenance, facilities management, building maintenance or a similar hands‑on role who enjoys variety and working in a busy school environment.

Before applying, please consider the following:

1. Do you have previous experience in caretaking, facilities management, general maintenance or a similar practical role?

2. Are you confident carrying out basic DIY, maintenance and minor repairs?

3. Are you able to work either 7:00am-4:00pm or 10:00am-7:00pm?

The Role - What will you be doing?

As a School Caretaker, you will play an important role in ensuring the school premises remain safe, secure and well maintained. Responsibilities will include:

• Opening and securing school buildings, including managing keys and alarm systems.

• Carrying out general maintenance, DIY and minor repairs, including basic plumbing, carpentry and decorating.

• Maintaining the school grounds, including litter picking, sweeping and general outdoor upkeep.

• Setting up classrooms, halls and communal spaces for assemblies, examinations and school events.

• Conducting routine site inspections and identifying potential health and safety issues.

• Supporting fire safety procedures and ensuring emergency exits remain accessible.

• Liaising with contractors, receiving deliveries and assisting with general facilities management.

• Reporting maintenance issues and ensuring the school environment remains safe and presentable for pupils and staff.

What we're looking for:

• Previous experience in caretaking, facilities management, building maintenance or a similar practical role.

• Good general DIY and maintenance skills.

• A proactive attitude with the ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.

• Good awareness of health and safety and safe working practices.

• A reliable, flexible and approachable manner.

• The ability to communicate professionally with school staff, contractors and visitors.

• An enhanced DBS certificate or willingness to obtain one through Tradewind Recruitment.

Additional qualifications and certificates are desirable

including Level 2 Health & Safety, IOSH Working Safely, COSHH Awareness, Fire Safety Awareness, First Aid, Manual Handling, Asbestos Awareness and PAT Testing. These are not all essential, and candidates with relevant practical experience are encouraged to apply.