Caretaker

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Job summary

A local primary school in Stockport is seeking a highly motivated caretaker to oversee maintenance and security of the premises. The role offers 20 hours a week, primarily during afternoons, and requires skills in general repairs, cleaning, and health and safety compliance. The successful candidate will work closely with contractors and is expected to maintain high cleanliness standards. Applicants should email completed forms to the School Business Manager.

Qualifications

• Organised and highly motivated individual.
• Experience with practical building and grounds maintenance.
• Ability to balance maintenance and health and safety checks.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key-holder responsible for security of the school.
• Carry out general maintenance and day-to-day repairs.
• Liaise with contractors for building work and repairs.

Skills

General repairs and maintenance

DIY skills

Health and safety awareness

Job description

Rose Hill Primary School
Elmfield Drive
Marple
Stockport
SK6 6DW
0161 427 9178

Caretaker required as soon as possible.

20 hours per week, 4 hours per day (2.30pm 6.30pm), Monday to Friday, full year.

The Headteacher and Governors of Rose Hill Primary School are looking for a highly motivated caretaker who is organised, is good at undertaking general repairs and maintenance and can demonstrate initiative.

Duties will include:

Acting as a key-holder and being responsible for the security of the building and grounds.
Carrying out general maintenance and day to day repairs (requiring DIY skills and a practical aptitude for general building and grounds maintenance)
Liaising with contractors for building work and repairs
Having an understanding of health and safety regulations
Undertaking cleaning duties when necessary and being responsible for developing and maintaining excellent standards of cleanliness around the school
Being able to balance cleaning and maintenance with regular scheduled health and safety checks and providing a high standard of record keeping

The job is as demanding as it is varied and involves a lot of practical and physical work. A person bringing with them a recognised trade would be desirable.

During school holidays; Annual leave to be arranged with School Business Manager. School holiday hours can be worked flexibly as agreed with the Headteacher/School Business Manager.

Completed application forms should be emailed to the School Business Manager Mr Monzur Ahmed at [e-mail]

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Closing date: Sunday 31 August 2025
Shortlisting date: TBC
Shortlisted applicants will be informed by phone or email and unsuccessful candidates will not be contacted.
Interview date: TBC

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