Caretaker

The Supply Register; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

The Supply Register Ltd. is seeking a part-time School Caretaker to support a school in Leicester. You will help maintain a safe, welcoming environment, perform general site maintenance, open and secure premises, and conduct routine site checks after school hours.

The role requires practical, reliable, and independent workers who take pride in keeping classrooms and communal areas tidy. An enhanced DBS and eligibility to work in the UK are part of the compliance process; immediate start

Qualifications

• Previous caretaking, cleaning or maintenance experience desirable.
• A practical and hands-on approach.
• Ability to work independently.
• Good attention to detail.
• Reliable, punctual and trustworthy.

Responsibilities

• General site maintenance and minor repairs.
• Opening and securing the premises as required.
• Ensuring classrooms and communal areas are clean and tidy.
• Completing routine site checks.
• Maintaining external areas and reporting maintenance issues.
• Ensuring the premises are safe and secure.

Skills

Practical nature

Independent worker

Reliability

Attention to detail

Job description

School Caretaker - Leicester

Location: Leicester; Hours: Monday-Friday, 3:30pm-7:30pm (Degree of flexibilty required as sometimes needed until 8.30). Start Date: Immediate.

We are currently recruiting for a part-time Caretaker to support a school in the Leicester area.

This role would suit someone who is practical, reliable and takes pride in maintaining a safe and welcoming school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• General site maintenance and minor repairs.


• Opening and securing the premises as required.


• Ensuring classrooms and communal areas are clean and tidy.


• Completing routine site checks.


• Maintaining external areas and reporting maintenance issues.


• Ensuring the premises are safe and secure.

Requirements

• Previous caretaking, cleaning or maintenance experience desirable.


• A practical and hands-on approach.


• Ability to work independently.


• Good attention to detail.


• Reliable, punctual and trustworthy.

Compliance Requirements

All candidates must complete The Supply Register's compliance process before commencing work. This includes:

• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service preferred, or willingness to obtain a new DBS.


• Minimum of two employer references covering the previous 24 months.


• Three references required if you have not previously worked with children.


• Professional character reference for any unexplained employment gaps.


• Proof of Right to Work in the UK.


• Two proofs of address (utility bill or bank statement dated within the last three months, or council tax bill dated within the last 12 months).


• Proof of National Insurance.


• Proof of any name changes, where applicable.


• Overseas police check if you have lived outside the UK for more than six months.


• Completion of mandatory online training courses arranged by The Supply Register.

Immediate start available.