Caretaker (multi-site)

West Walton Community Primary School; Wisbech; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local government pension scheme

Job summary

Walpole Highway Primary School and West Walton School in Wisbech are seeking a reliable caretaker to join our friendly team. The role is part-time (35 hours per week) on a fixed-term contract until 31 August 2027, with term-time plus 4 weeks. You will open/secure premises, carry out maintenance, and ensure a clean, safe site.

Salary is Scale C5, £13.70 per hour (£26,427 FTE). Interview date to be confirmed; start date to be discussed at interview.

Qualifications

• Experience in a caretaking or facilities role is essential.
• Ability to follow health and safety procedures and guidelines.
• Practical, proactive, able to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Opening and securing the school premises each day.
• Carrying out daily maintenance and minor repairs.
• Ensuring the site is clean, safe and well-presented.
• Managing heating, lighting and security systems.
• Overseeing site safety checks and risk assessments.
• Monitoring on-site contractors and assisting with deliveries.
• Maintaining playgrounds, gardens and outdoor areas.
• Responding to emergency maintenance issues.

Skills

Caretaking experience

Health and safety

Job description

Working at Walpole Highway Primary School and West Walton Primary School

Part of the Windmill Primary Federation

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Website:https://www.windmillfederation.org.uk/tilney-st-lawrence-primary-school/

Executive Headteacher:Mrs Emma Hunt

• Salary – Scale C5, £13.70 per hour (£26,427 FTE)
• Fixed Term until 31 August 2027
• Part Time
• 35 hours per week
• Term Time plus 4 weeks (42 weeks)
• Required for 19 October 2026

We are seeking a reliable, hardworking, and enthusiastic Caretaker to join our friendly team at Walpole Highway and West Walton School, helping to ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for our pupils, staff, and visitors.Start date to be discussed at interview.Hours to be discussed and agreed with successful applicant.

Main Responsibilities:

• Opening and securing the school premises each day
• Carrying out daily maintenance and minor repairs
• Ensuring the school site is clean, safe and well-presented
• Managing heating, lighting and security systems
• Overseeing site safety checks and risk assessments
• Monitoring contractors on‑site and assisting with deliveries
• Maintaining playgrounds, gardens and outdoor areas
• Responding to any emergency maintenance issues

We’re Looking for Someone Who:

• Has experience in a similar caretaking or facilities role
• Is practical, proactive, and takes pride in their work
• Understands health and safety procedures
• Can work independently and as part of a team
• Is friendly, approachable and committed to supporting our school community

In Return, We Offer:

• A supportive and welcoming school community
• A varied and rewarding role with opportunities for training
• A well‑resourced and cared‑for site
• Local government pension scheme

Closing date: 8 October 2026, 12 noon

Interview date:w/c12 October 2026

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.To this end, you may be required to undergo pre‑employment checks.

This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for this role.