Caretaker

TipTopJob; Norwich; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An expanding multi-academy trust seeks a dedicated school caretaker to ensure the safety and maintenance of its facilities. This role involves managing security, conducting inspections, and performing maintenance tasks to uphold the school's standards. The ideal candidate will possess effective communication skills, strong teamwork abilities, and a commitment to health and safety regulations. Join a forward-thinking educational institution that values its staff and offers opportunities for training and development. If you’re reliable and enjoy hands-on work, this position could be a perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction or maintenance work is essential.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage security and safety issues at school sites.
• Conduct monthly testing and inspections of equipment.
• Perform basic DIY tasks and maintain school premises.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Teamwork

Health and safety compliance

Technical proficiency

Punctuality and reliability

Education

Good literacy and numeracy skills

Job description

Location: Surlingham, Norwich NR14 7DQ

Salary: FTE GBP 24,027 - GBP 24,404 per annum, Pro-rata GBP 9,022 - GBP 9,329 per annum

Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00 - 10:00 (flexible hours considered to suit the right candidate)

The Primary School and Nursery are members of the Education Trust, an expanding multi-academy trust with 13 primary and 9 secondary schools.

The Role

The school caretaker will report to the headteacher and office manager, responsible for security management of both school sites, maintaining school buildings and outdoor areas, ensuring furniture, fittings, and outdoor play equipment are safe and compliant with HSE standards, and maintaining the school's appearance inside and out.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a key holder, managing minor security and safety issues, including contractor access during school holidays.
• Prepare the school site, premises, rooms, and work areas, including operation of heating and lighting systems.
• Conduct monthly Legionella testing (training provided).
• Perform weekly flushing tests.
• Inspect and record the condition of play equipment monthly.
• Test fire alarms weekly at both sites.
• Carry out porterage duties, including setting up furniture and equipment for activities without direct instructions.
• Undertake basic DIY tasks, acting as a competent handyman.
• Report major repairs to the Office Manager.
• Interact courteously and helpfully with staff, parents, pupils, and visitors.
• Meet and oversee contractors and deliveries during school holidays.
• Maintain health and safety practices and policies, understand COSHH regulations, and keep necessary records.
• Willing to undertake relevant training.
• Attend meetings with the Schools Property Maintenance Adviser and prepare maintenance schedules as needed.

Skills and Qualifications

The personal competencies expected include:

• Effective communication skills, tactfulness, and awareness of communication impact.
• Ability to maintain positive relationships and work effectively as part of a team.
• Responsibility for own actions, effective prioritization, meeting deadlines, and embracing challenges.

The professional competencies required include:

• Understanding and compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Proficiency in technical aspects of the role.
• Ability to work independently with punctuality and reliability.

Qualifications and experience:

• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Experience in construction or maintenance work.

If interested, please apply through the following link to the Trust's website: Application Link.

Closing date for applications: 22nd May 2025

Interview date: 2nd June 2025