Caretaker

Gresham's; Holt; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A co-educational school in Holt is seeking a reliable individual to join its caretaking team. The role involves performing cleaning tasks, minor maintenance, and repairs across three school sites. The ideal candidate should be hardworking and possess good communication skills appropriate for a school environment. This position offers full-time hours within a supportive educational setting.

Qualifications

• Must be a committed individual who can work independently.
• Ability to maintain high cleaning standards.
• Effective communication skills suited for a school environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out cleaning tasks across the school sites.
• Perform small repairs and minor maintenance.
• Work independently and communicate effectively.

Skills

Hardworking

Reliable

Good communication skills

Job description

Overview

Full time - 40 hours

We are currently recruiting for an enthusiastic and reliable individual to join the caretaking team within the Estates Department.

At Gresham’s we offer a rare opportunity where children can join us at our Nursery and Pre-Prep School from the age of 2 and continue with their education at our Prep and Senior Schools to the age of 18. Founded in 1555 and located in the heart of North Norfolk, Gresham’s is a thriving co-educational school set across 300 acres of countryside, just minutes from award-winning beaches and areas of natural beauty.

We are currently recruiting for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the caretaking team within the Estates Department. Reporting to the Site Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the timely and effective completion of a variety of cleaning related tasks and activities, as well as small repairs and minor maintenance and decorating, all of which contribute to the efficient and safe operation of all 3-school sites.

Responsibilities

• Carry out cleaning tasks and related activities to maintain high standards across the 3-school sites.
• Perform small repairs, minor maintenance and decorating where required.
• Work independently and communicate effectively within a school environment.

Person Specification / Qualifications

• Hardworking, reliable and committed individual.
• Ability to work well on their own and uphold high standards.
• Good communication skills suitable for a school environment.

Safeguarding

The safeguarding responsibilities of this role are clearly outlined in the recruitment pack; please make yourself aware of these as you consider applying for this post.

How to Apply

To apply for the role, please visit our website where you can complete an application form.

Key Dates

• Closing Date: 5th October 2025
• Interviews: TBC
• Required for: At the earliest opportunity

Note: Please note; we reserve the right to appoint to the post prior to the closing date.

Safeguarding / Compliance

Gresham’s is proud of its exemplary approach to the safeguarding of its children and conducts a robust recruitment process. Applicants are expected to engage fully with the requirements of this process. An offer to join the School is made subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check along with clearance on all other relevant safeguarding and child protection requirements.

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