Caretaker. Job in Earith Education & Training Jobs

The Active Learning Trust; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational community is seeking a dedicated Caretaker to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for students and staff. This full-time role offers the unique opportunity to live on-site with reduced rent, making it an attractive position for those looking to contribute to a nurturing community. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring site safety, managing maintenance tasks, and supporting the overall operations across multiple locations. Join a dynamic network committed to professional growth and high educational standards, where your contributions will be valued and recognized.

Benefits

Option to live in Caretaker house with reduced rent

Competitive Salary

Vivup Benefit System

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Qualifications

• Reliable and dedicated individual with experience in maintenance and site management.
• Understanding of Health and Safety procedures is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and safe environment for pupils, staff, and visitors.
• Handle repairs, supervise staff, and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Coordinate with contractors and assist in preparing work areas.

Skills

Site safety and security

General repairs and maintenance

Health and Safety compliance

Supervision and coordination

Cleaning standards maintenance

Education

No formal education required

Job description

Join Our Team as a Caretaker!

Location: Earith Primary School - Work Across Multiple ALT Sites
Salary: Grade D; £24,598 - £25,183
Including an option to live in the Caretaker house on site with reduced rent.

About Us:

Earith Primary School, located in the charming village of Earith in Cambridgeshire, is a vibrant and welcoming educational community dedicated to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment for its students. The school prides itself on its ethos of respect, responsibility, and resilience, ensuring that every child is supported to achieve their full potential.

The Active Learning Trust (ALT) is a dynamic and supportive network of 19 schools across Cambridgeshire and Suffolk, dedicated to achieving high standards of education for all students. Established in 2012, ALT is committed to fostering professional growth through continuous learning opportunities and a collaborative community. ALT creates an environment where staff feel valued and supported.

Main Purpose:

We are seeking a dedicated and reliable full-time Caretaker to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining a clean and safe environment for pupils, staff, and visitors at our academy. This role includes accommodation at the Caretaker house in Earith and involves working across multiple ALT sites.

Key Responsibilities:

• Site safety and security to include key holding responsibility.
• Handle general repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Assist in preparing rooms and work areas.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety procedures.
• Supervise staff and coordinate with contractors.
• Work closely with the in-house cleaning staff to ensure high standards are maintained and perform ad-hoc cleaning duties as and when required.

Why Join Us

• An option to live in the Caretaker house on site with reduced rent
• Competitive Salary
• Vivup Benefit System
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

The Active Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. We expect all staff to actively share this commitment. All adults working in our Trust will be part of a thorough safer recruitment process, including pre-employment checks and enhanced criminal record clearance.

The Active Learning Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

To ensure we recruit and retain the best talent, all new employees recruited to the Active Learning Trust will be subject to a 6 months probation period at the start of their employment. This policy aims to assess new employees' alignment with our culture, teaching standards, and student needs.

We value diversity and welcome applications from all, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. Flexible working will be considered for all roles deemed suitable.