Caretaker

Educators; Neath; Remote; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Educators is seeking a dedicated caretaker for a school in Neath with a term-time only contract. The role covers opening/closing the premises, daily site checks, basic maintenance, and health and safety compliance.

Shift patterns alternate across weeks, with flexibility to cover daytime hours when required. The post starts 2nd November for the 2026-27 academic year, with a pro-rata salary of £22,832 and 37 hours across 39 weeks.

Qualifications

• Experience in caretaking or facilities is desirable.
• Ability to adhere to health and safety procedures.
• Flexible to varying shifts and start/finish times.

Responsibilities

• Open and secure the school premises, including keys and alarm systems.
• Carry out daily checks of buildings and grounds.
• Undertake minor repairs and general maintenance.
• Identify and report defects and arrange repairs.
• Ensure site safety and compliance with health and safety procedures.
• Support contractors and oversee basic grounds maintenance.
• Respond to emergencies such as leaks or power failures.

Skills

Health and safety awareness

Flexibility

Independence

Teamwork

Tools

Alarm systems

Building maintenance

Job description

Salary: Grade 4 SCP 5-9. £22,832 (pro rata). (subject to term time adjustment). The salary stated will be subject to a term time only adjustment for the commencement of employment outside of the start date of 1st September.

Start Date: 2nd November to 31st August 2027 (in the first instance)

Salary: Grade 4 SCP 5-9. £22,832 (pro rata). (subject to term time adjustment). The salary stated will be subject to a term time only adjustment for the commencement of employment outside of the start date of 1st September.

Start Date: 2nd November to 31st August 2027 (in the first instance)

37 Hours, 39 Weeks (term time only)

The role is a shift pattern Week one, - 6.30 am - 2.30 pm, Week two, 1.30 pm - 9.30 pm. However, these timings can vary during different times of the year.

The Governing Body is seeking to appoint a dedicated, proactive and highly motivated Caretaker to play a key role in the effective day-to-day management of our school site.

The successful candidate will help ensure that our buildings and grounds are safe, secure, well maintained and presented to a high standard. We are looking for an individual who is practical, dependable and able to use their own initiative, with a strong commitment to health and safety and the wellbeing of our school community.

Flexibility is essential for this role. The successful candidate will be required, on occasions, to provide cover for other members of the site team, which may involve working during the daytime rather than the usual evening hours on Week 2.

Working arrangements will also vary during the summer months, when different start and finish times may be required. This may include an earlier start and earlier finish on Week 2, according to the operational needs of the school.

We therefore welcome applications from candidates who have a positive and flexible approach to working hours, work well both independently and as part of a team, and demonstrate the skills and personal qualities that will complement our school culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Opening and securing the school premises, including responsibility for keys and alarm systems.
• Carrying out daily checks of the school buildings and grounds.
• Undertaking minor repairs and general maintenance.
• Identifying and reporting defects and arranging repairs where appropriate.
• Ensuring the site is safe and appropriately maintained.
• Supporting compliance with health and safety, fire safety and site security procedures.
• Completing routine checks and maintaining appropriate records.
• Monitoring heating, lighting and other building systems.
• Supporting contractors working on the school site.
• Carrying out or arranging basic grounds maintenance.
• Responding appropriately to emergencies, including leaks, power failures, security issues and adverse weather.
• Supporting the safe movement of furniture, equipment and deliveries.
• Preparing rooms and facilities for meetings, events and school activities.
• Ensuring appropriate standards of cleanliness around the site and liaising with cleaning staff where applicable.
• Supporting the school with lettings and out-of-hours activities where required.
• Undertaking appropriate training relevant to the role.

The school and Neath Port Talbot Council are totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our school is equally committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and young people and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing. The recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment assessment to ensure that children and young people are protected.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Check from the Disclosure & Barring Service (child's list).

Applications may be submitted in Welsh, applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

You may apply online.

Closing date: 8th October 2026