Caretaker

Reed; Rugby; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed is seeking a reliable Caretaker for a busy primary school in Rugby. The role is temporary to permanent, with Full-Time hours and flexibility on start times. The salary is an hourly rate PAYE dependent on experience, with a permanent salary to be confirmed if progression occurs.

The successful candidate will maintain the site, perform routine repairs, ensure health and safety, and liaise with contractors. An enhanced DBS check is required or willingness to obtain one.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in caretaker, facilities, or similar role.
• Basic DIY and maintenance skills.
• Good understanding of health and safety practices.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Strong reliability, punctuality, and communication skills.
• Flexible, hands-on approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Opening and securing the premises as required.
• Carrying out routine maintenance and minor repairs.
• Ensuring the site, grounds, and communal areas are clean, safe, and well-presented.
• Conducting regular health and safety checks.
• Monitoring and reporting maintenance issues.
• Liaising with contractors and overseeing visitor access.
• Setting up rooms and facilities for meetings or events when required.
• Supporting emergency procedures and responding to site-related issues.

Skills

Caretaking experience

Reliability & punctuality

Health & safety awareness

Independent worker

Job description

Caretaker (Temp to Perm)

Location: Rugby - Primary school
Job Type: Temporary to Permanent
Hours: Full-Time (flexibility can be offered for start times / split shifts etc)
Salary: Hourly rate PAYE dependent on experience - permanent salary to be confirmed by school if it progresses to that

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable and proactive Caretaker to support the day-to-day maintenance, security, and upkeep of a busy site. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous caretaking, maintenance, facilities, or site management experience who takes pride in maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Opening and securing the premises as required.
• Carrying out routine maintenance and minor repairs.
• Ensuring the site, grounds, and communal areas are clean, safe, and well-presented.
• Conducting regular health and safety checks.
• Monitoring and reporting maintenance issues.
• Liaising with contractors and overseeing visitor access.
• Setting up rooms and facilities for meetings or events when required.
• Supporting emergency procedures and responding to site-related issues.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a caretaker, facilities, maintenance, site operative, or similar role.
• Basic DIY and maintenance skills.
• Good understanding of health and safety practices.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Strong reliability, punctuality, and communication skills.
• A flexible and hands-on approach to work.

Desirable

• Experience working within schools, public sector organisations, housing, or commercial buildings.
• Health & Safety qualifications.
• Full UK driving licence.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will be local to the area or within a reasonable commuting distance. They will be dependable, practical, and capable of managing a varied workload while maintaining high standards across the site.

This position offers the opportunity to secure a permanent role following a successful temporary period.

Due to the nature of this role being in a primary school the applicant must have an enhanced DBS check against children or be willing to obtain one.