Caretaker

Teaching Personnel; Leeds; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated School Caretaker to maintain a safe and clean environment for students and staff. This role involves various responsibilities, including site maintenance, cleaning supervision, and health and safety monitoring. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a caretaking or facilities role, demonstrating a commitment to ensuring the school premises are secure and well-kept. Join a team that values safety and cleanliness, contributing to a positive learning atmosphere for all.

Qualifications

• Experience in site maintenance and security is essential.
• Ability to conduct health and safety checks and maintain compliance logs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the school site is well-maintained, clean, safe, and secure.
• Supervise cleaning staff and manage routine inspections and repairs.
• Conduct health and safety checks and report any hazards.

Skills

Site Maintenance

Health and Safety Monitoring

Cleaning Supervision

Minor Repairs

Education

Experience in Caretaking or Facilities Role

Job description

Job Title: School Caretaker

Location: Leeds

Reports to: School Business Manager / Headteacher

Salary: £22,678-£26,189 per year (Pro-rated)

Working Hours: 7:00am-10:00am (3hrs a day)

Job Purpose:

To ensure the school site is well-maintained, clean, safe, and secure at all times. The caretaker will support the smooth running of the school by carrying out a range of caretaking, maintenance, and health and safety tasks.

Key Responsibilities:1. Site Maintenance and Security

• Open and close the school premises daily, including gates, buildings, and windows.

• Ensure security of the school premises including activation/deactivation of alarms.

• Conduct routine inspections and maintenance of buildings, fixtures, and fittings.

• Undertake minor repairs (e.g., changing light bulbs, fixing leaks, painting, etc.).

• Liaise with external contractors when necessary.

2. Cleaning and Hygiene

• Supervise cleaning staff and ensure high standards of cleanliness are maintained.

• Undertake emergency cleaning when necessary (e.g., spills, accidents).

• Ensure that outdoor areas (e.g., playgrounds, car parks) are clean and safe.

3. Health & Safety

• Monitor health and safety across the site and report hazards.

• Conduct regular safety checks (e.g., fire alarms, emergency lighting, legionella testing).

• Maintain appropriate records and complete compliance logs.

4. Facilities and Equipment Management

• Set up rooms for school activities and events (e.g., assemblies, meetings).

• Monitor stock levels of cleaning and maintenance supplies and re-order as needed.

• Manage heating, lighting, and water systems effectively and efficiently.

5. General Support

• Support staff and pupils during school hours as needed.

• Assist with deliveries and distribute supplies around the site.

• Undertake any reasonable duties requested by the Headteacher or Business Manager.

Person Specification:

Essential:

• Previous experience in a similar caretaking or facilities role