Caretaker

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Walsall; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational trust seeks a motivated Caretaker to maintain the security and cleanliness of their facilities. The role involves performing repairs, managing site operations, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have strong practical skills and experience in premises management, alongside a commitment to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people.

Qualifications

• Experience in caretaking, premises management, or building maintenance.
• Good literacy and numeracy.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office and online systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain security, cleanliness, and functionality of premises.
• Perform minor repairs and manage deliveries.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Practical skills

Time management

Understanding of health and safety procedures

Education

Experience in caretaking or building maintenance

Good literacy and numeracy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Main Purpose of the Role

To provide efficient and effective caretaking support, ensuring the security, cleanliness, and general maintenance of buildings and surrounding areas. The caretaker ensures heating systems are operational and adheres to safe working practices and technical instructions.

Key Responsibilities

The Caretaker is responsible for maintaining the security, cleanliness, and functionality of the premises. This includes opening and locking the site, operating heating and lighting systems, performing minor repairs and cleaning tasks, managing deliveries and stock, liaising with contractors, and supporting school lettings and events. The role also involves record-keeping, health and safety compliance, and attending relevant training to ensure safe and efficient site operations.

Essential Skills and Behaviours

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Practical skills in maintenance, cleaning, and basic repairs.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Commitment to professionalism, accountability, and ethical conduct.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience in caretaking, premises management, or building maintenance.
• Good literacy and numeracy.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office and online systems.
• Commitment to equality, confidentiality, and safeguarding.

The Mercian Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment Policies can be found on our website. This position is subject to appropriate vetting procedures including a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions as part of the recruitment process.