Caretaker

Pear Tree Specialist Support High School; Stockport; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Pear Tree High School is seeking a reliable Caretaker to join our site team. This full-time, year-round role covers maintenance, health and safety, and security of the premises. You will also assist with school events and liaise with contractors.

The ideal candidate has prior caretaker experience, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. A full driving licence is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Evidence of caretaker or similar maintenance/repair experience.
• Understanding of health and safety and hygiene regulations desirable (COSHH).
• Strong interpersonal skills with staff, pupils, contractors and visitors.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• General repairs and site maintenance inside and outside.
• Daily health and safety monitoring, including fire safety checks.
• Site security as a key holder and CCTV where applicable.
• Liaison with contractors and monitoring compliance with site regulations.
• Supervision of cleaning staff and external cleaners.
• Grounds maintenance including litter picking and gritting in bad weather.
• Set up for school events such as exams and parents’ evenings.
• Maintain stock levels and ordering supplies.
• Support lettings and events outside normal hours.
• Act as a first aider (training provided if needed).

Skills

Caretaker experience

Health & safety knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Independent worker

ICT literacy

Driving licence

Job description

We currently have an exciting opportunity for Caretaker to join our fantastic team at Pear Tree High School

This is a Grade 3, permanent post working 35 hours per week, all year round. The starting salary is £26,427.

We’re looking for:

We are seeking a reliable, skilled, and proactive Caretaker to join our site team. This is a varied and rewarding role, essential to the smooth running of our school. The successful candidate will ensure the security, safety, cleanliness, and general maintenance of the school premises and grounds. You will also be a key holder and play a vital role in maintaining health and safety standards, supporting school events, and responding to site-related emergencies.

Key responsibilities will include:

• General repairs and site maintenance (inside and outside)
• Daily monitoring of health and safety, including fire safety checks
• Security of the school site, including acting as a key holder and monitoring CCTV (where applicable)
• Liaison with contractors and monitoring of their compliance with site regulations
• Supervision of cleaning staff and oversight of external cleaning contractors
• Grounds maintenance including litter picking and gritting during poor weather
• Setting up for school events such as exams and parents’ evenings
• Maintaining stock levels and ordering supplies
• Supporting lettings and school events outside of normal school hours
• Acting as a first aider (training provided if needed)

You will need to evidence:

• Previous experience of caretaker or similar role responsible for maintenance, cleaning, and repair tasks
• Knowledge of Health & Safety and hygiene regulations, understanding of COSHH requirements is desirable.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with staff, pupils, contractors, and visitors
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Physical ability to undertake manual handling and caretaking dutiesGood ICT, literacy and numeracy skills with ability to keep accurate records
• Full driving licence is highly desirable

To find out more about the full responsibilities of the role and/or to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached job description.

All school staff are expected to share the Trust’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.