Job Search and Career Advice Platform

Enable job alerts via email!

Caretaker

senploy

Somerset West and Taunton

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

7 days ago
Be an early applicant

Generate a tailored resume in minutes

Land an interview and earn more. Learn more

Job summary

A welcoming education setting in Somerset is seeking a reliable Caretaker to ensure a safe and clean environment for staff and pupils. The role includes maintaining site security, carrying out minor repairs, and managing cleaning schedules. Ideal candidates should possess previous experience, practical skills, and a strong awareness of health and safety regulations. This is a full-time permanent position offering competitive pay. Apply today for the chance to make a real difference in the learning environment.

Benefits

Join a supportive team environment
Competitive pay and long-term stability
Opportunity to make a real difference in the learning environment

Qualifications

  • Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in an education setting.
  • Practical skills for basic repairs and maintenance.
  • Strong awareness of health and safety regulations.
  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
  • Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

  • Maintaining the security and safety of the site.
  • Carrying out minor repairs and general maintenance tasks.
  • Managing cleaning schedules and ensuring high standards of hygiene.
  • Monitoring heating, lighting, and other facilities.
  • Supporting with deliveries and site access for contractors.
  • Responding promptly to any site-related issues.

Skills

Previous experience in a similar role
Practical skills for basic repairs and maintenance
Strong awareness of health and safety regulations
Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
Enhanced Child Workforce DBS
Job description

Location: Williton, Somerset

Salary: £14.36 - £16.04 dependant on pay type (PAYE or Umbrella)

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Start Date: Monday 5th January 2026

Prospero Teaching is seeking a reliable and proactive Caretaker to join a welcoming education setting in Somerset. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in maintaining a safe, clean, and well‑functioning environment for staff and pupils.

Responsibilities
  • Maintaining the security and safety of the site.
  • Carrying out minor repairs and general maintenance tasks.
  • Managing cleaning schedules and ensuring high standards of hygiene.
  • Monitoring heating, lighting, and other facilities.
  • Supporting with deliveries and site access for contractors.
  • Responding promptly to any site‑related issues.
Qualifications
  • Previous experience in a similar role (education setting preferred).
  • Practical skills for basic repairs and maintenance.
  • Strong awareness of health and safety regulations.
  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
  • Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
Benefits
  • Join a supportive team environment.
  • Competitive pay and long‑term stability.
  • Opportunity to make a real difference in the learning environment.

Interested? Apply today!

Get your free, confidential resume review.
or drag and drop a PDF, DOC, DOCX, ODT, or PAGES file up to 5MB.