Caretaker

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent school in Berkhamsted is seeking a dedicated Caretaker to ensure the safety, security, and maintenance of the school premises. The ideal candidate will have experience in building maintenance, knowledge of health and safety requirements, and a proactive attitude. This position offers a salary of up to £25,000 per annum and opportunities for personal development and training.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for personal development

Supportive environment

Qualifications

• Experience in building maintenance and use of cleaning methods/materials.
• Knowledge of basic health and safety requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, pupils, and parents.
• Physical capability to carry out lifting, carrying, and general site duties.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of school buildings and grounds.
• Ensuring security of the premises, including key holding and alarm management.
• Carrying out health and safety checks in line with statutory requirements.
• Undertaking cleaning, repair, and general caretaking duties.

Skills

Building maintenance

Effective communication

Health and safety knowledge

Reliability

Proactive attitude

Job description

Overview

Caretaker – Leading Independent School, Berkhamsted

Salary: Up to £25,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

We are seeking a dedicated Caretaker local to Berkhamsted to join a leading independent school in Berkhamsted. This is an exciting opportunity for a reliable and proactive individual to play a key role in ensuring our school site remains safe, secure, and well maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of school buildings and grounds.
• Ensuring security of the premises, including key holding and alarm management.
• Carrying out health and safety checks in line with statutory requirements.
• Undertaking cleaning, repair, and general caretaking duties.
• Supporting staff and contractors with access and facilities use.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Experience in building maintenance and use of cleaning methods/materials.
• Knowledge of basic health and safety requirements (COSHH awareness desirable).
• Ability to communicate effectively and build positive relationships with colleagues, pupils, and parents.
• Resilience, reliability, and a proactive attitude.
• Physical capability to carry out lifting, carrying, and general site duties.

Desirable:

• Previous experience as a Caretaker in a school environment.
• Recognised qualifications in building construction, engineering services, or site management.
• Knowledge of SEN and experience working in an educational setting.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a well-regarded independent school community in Berkhamsted.
• Competitive salary of up to £25,000 per annum (depending on experience).
• Opportunities for personal development and training, including safeguarding.
• A welcoming, supportive environment where your role as Caretaker makes a real difference.

Location: Berkhamsted