Caretaker

eTeach UK Limited; Redditch, Bromsgrove; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Confidential EAP

CPD opportunities

Holiday allowance

Flexible working

Staff discounts

Progression opportunities

Mentor support

Cycle to Work

Free onsite parking

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Heart of Worcestershire College is seeking a Caretaker to join our Facilities team. You will be responsible for the management and operation of all college buildings, be on call for out-of-hours requirements, ensure access and security, assist with deliveries, and uphold Health and Safety at Work standards.

The role is centred on our Redditch and Bromsgrove campuses, with travel to other campuses as required.

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities or maintenance roles.
• First aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Willingness to travel to other campuses as required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and operate all College buildings.
• Be on call for out-of-hours requirements (allowance paid).
• Ensure the College is unlocked and secure as required.
• Assist with deliveries and distribute incoming goods.
• Comply with Health and Safety at Work regulations.

Skills

General maintenance

Industrial experience

Education

First aid qualification

Job description

Caretaker37 Hours x 52 Weeks £24,556 to £25,381 - starting salary is dependent on experience and qualifications.Worcester and MalvernPlease note: HoW College reserves the right to extend the advertising period for this vacancy or close the vacancy early in line with volume of applicants. We would therefore advise interested candidates to apply promptly.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

To become a Caretaker in our Facilities department, we need someone who has relevant industrial experience, a qualification in first aid or a willingness to gain this, and the ability to carry out general maintenance repairs.The successful candidate will have the chance to acquire new skills and develop their abilities in a wide range of activities.We have a variety of students from the surrounding area, we are a welcoming and inclusive community that champions diversity and equality across our college.Our departments collaborate to establish and uphold the inclusive HoW culture, we keep this in mind as we manage interactions with the public, fellow employees, and nearby schools.Although this position is centred on our Redditch and Bromsgrove campuses, all applicants must be prepared to travel to our other campuses or surrounding areas as required.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

To find a more detailed list of your day-to-day responsibilities, please refer to the key roles and accountabilities section on our Job Description. In summary, as someone who has a flexible approach to working, you will support in many aspects. To name a few:

• Be conversant with the management and operation of all buildings occupied by the College.
• Be on call for out of hours requirements (allowance paid)
• Ensure the College is unlocked and secured as required,
• Assist with suppliers delivering incoming goods and distribute deliveries.
• Comply with the requirements of the ‘Health and Safety at Work’ legislation.

ABOUT US.

Heart of Worcestershire College, the county's largest further education institution, offers a diverse range of academic, vocational, and community courses throughout its campuses. In all we do, our principles of diversity, integrity, partnership, and trust come through, enabling us to offer timely and knowledgeable services both within and outside of our immediate neighbourhood. By 2030, we also intend to be 90% green!Our goal is to advance, innovate, and inspire. We're looking for people who want to come along for the journey because our growth will be your growth.

THE PERKS.

A career with us entails much more than a pay check, because we know our employees are our most valuable resource. You can look forward to the following perks with us.

• Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (available 24/7, 365 days a year); giving access to free confidential counselling
• Regular Continuing Professional Development
• Opportunity to gain further qualifications and enhance professional development through our Awards process
• Generous holiday allowance
• Agile and Flexible working (Dependent upon role)
• Employee discounts & benefits package including high street and travel discounts
• Fantastic progression opportunities
• A mentor to support you in your new role
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free onsite parking (Certain Campuses only)
• Opportunities of volunteering within local community and charities

WE HIRE PEOPLE.

Every person we hire has a different mix of experiences, cultures, and identities, as well as a unique background and physical make-up. Together, we strengthen HoW.The College is striving to attract, develop and retain the very best people by offering a motivating and inclusive workplace in which talent is truly recognised.We want you to know that HoW is an equal opportunity employer as you are probably applying for or considering applying for a job with us if you are reading this. This College expects everyone to share its commitment to promoting and protecting children, young people, and vulnerable adults' welfare and equality of opportunity. For us, this means that we always work to be as inclusive as possible in all areas of employment and that we will not allow any form of discrimination.

BIT MORE INFO.

All successful applicants will be required to complete and pay for a Disclosure & Barring Service check. Along with online verification to ensure the safety of our pupils. Closing date for this post is: 6th November 2026Interview date: TBC

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