Caretaker – Aberporth Primary School

Ceredigion County Council; Aberporth; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Lifestyle savings scheme

Generous employer pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Learning and development

Job summary

Ceredigion County Council is seeking a reliable School Caretaker to ensure school premises and grounds are safe, secure and well maintained. The role supports day-to-day school operations in line with safeguarding requirements.

Flexible hours with on-site presence during school hours and occasional emergencies. DBS check required; previous caretaking or facilities experience is desirable and beneficial to the team.

Qualifications

• Able to work independently and use initiative.
• Good communication skills and approachable manner.
• Reliable, flexible, and responsible.
• Awareness of health & safety.
• Commitment to safeguarding children.

Responsibilities

• Maintain site security, including locking/unlocking premises, alarm systems, and keyholder duties.
• Carry out daily safety checks and report hazards or concerns.
• Perform minor maintenance and repairs, and monitor heating and facilities systems.
• Support cleanliness and environmental standards, including waste management and outdoor upkeep.
• Undertake porterage duties such as moving equipment and supporting room setups.
• Complete required logs and follow school procedures.
• Promote and uphold safeguarding responsibilities at all times.

Skills

Independent work

Communication skills

Reliable

Health & safety awareness

Safeguarding knowledge

Job description

About the role

We are seeking a reliable and proactive School Caretaker to ensure our school premises and grounds remain safe, secure, and well maintained. This is a vital role supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the school in line with statutory and safeguarding requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain site security, including locking/unlocking premises, alarm systems, and keyholder duties.
• Carry out daily safety checks and report hazards or concerns.
• Perform minor maintenance and repairs, and monitor heating and facilities systems.
• Support cleanliness and environmental standards, including waste management and outdoor upkeep.
• Undertake porterage duties such as moving equipment and supporting room setups.
• Complete required logs and follow school procedures.
• Promote and uphold safeguarding responsibilities at all times.

Working Arrangements

Flexible hours, with daily on-site presence during school hours required. Availability for emergencies and some early/late duties is essential.

About you

Essential:

• Able to work independently and use initiative.
• Good communication skills and approachable manner.
• Reliable, flexible, and responsible.
• Awareness of health & safety.
• Commitment to safeguarding children.

Desirable:

• Experience in caretaking, maintenance, or facilities.
• Basic DIY skills.
• Experience in a school or similar setting.

We Offer:

• A supportive, welcoming team.
• Ongoing professional development.
• A positive, inclusive school environment.

Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. As part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case-by-case basis, and take into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.

What we offer

• Work-life balance
• Lifestyle savings scheme
• Generous employer pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Learning and development

Where you'll work

Schools and Culture

We offer appropriate challenge and support to our schools, to help them deliver first class education to all pupils, across the age and ability range. Our primary functions are as follows:

• School Improvement: Leadership; Support and Challenge, Teaching and Learning; Digital Literacy; Literacy and Numeracy; Welsh in Education
• Additional Learning Needs: Provision for pupils with Additional Learning Needs, Inclusion; Attendance; Educational Psychology
• Pupil Wellbeing:Counselling; Welfare; Anti-Bullying, Pupil Voice
• Education Governance: Data ; Governor Support, Policy support
• School Admissions
• Culture: Music Service; Cered; Felinfach Theatre; Museum
• Infrastructure and Resources: Planning School Places; Modernisation and Twenty First Century Schools Programme; Buildings; Grants
• Catering: Day Centres; Primary Schools; Residential homes.
• Childcare Unit: Childcare Sufficiency Assessment; Childcare & Play Grant; Childcare Offer; Out of School (After School Clubs and Holiday Playschemes); Day Nursery, Cylch/Playgroup & Childminder business support and staff training

Aberporth Primary School Our school is situated five minutes from the beach in the seaside village of Aberporth on the picturesque Ceredigion coastline. There are spectacular views of Ceredigion Bay from the grounds of the school. The schools admits pupils on a full-tim…