Caretaker NEW

The Mead School Limited; Royal Tunbridge Wells; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer pension 5%

Discounted shopping card

Means tested staff discount

Complementary lunches

Access to fully funded apprenticeships

Personal accident at work cover

Job summary

The Mead School Limited in Royal Tunbridge Wells is seeking a Caretaker to join a supportive, professional team. You will help care for buildings and grounds and assist with basic maintenance and DIY tasks, ensuring the site is presentable each day.

Hours are Monday to Friday 7am–5:30pm, with a permanent full-time contract and a salary of £24,122 per year. Benefits include a 5% employer pension, staff discounts, lunches, and access to apprenticeships.

Qualifications

• Experience of, or ability to learn about, taking care of buildings and grounds and basic maintenance, and DIY.
• Assist the Site Manager with maintaining the school to a high standard and ensuring the site is presentable and tidy each day.
• Safeguarding commitment and ability to undergo appropriate checks as part of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Site Manager with maintaining the school to a high standard and ensuring the site is presentable and tidy each day.
• Support basic maintenance, grounds care, and DIY tasks as directed.
• Participate in safeguarding procedures and screenings as required.

Job description

# CaretakerEmployer: The Mead SchoolLocation: Royal Tunbridge Wells, KentContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: £24,122.00 paPosted: 28th October 2026Expires: 27th November 2026 11:59 AMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1581725* Share :* PrintWe are seeking to appoint an energetic and enthusiastic Caretaker to join a supportive, caring, and professional team. The successful candidate will have some experience of, or ability to learn about, taking care of buildings and grounds and basic maintenance, and DIY, and will assist the Site Manager with maintaining the school to a high standard and ensuring the site is presentable and tidy each day.We invite applications from people aspiring to achieve high standards of excellence, who love children and would enjoy working in a happy and fulfilling environment.Reporting to: Head, School Business Manager**Hours, Salary & Benefits:**Hours: Monday to Friday shift patterns between 7am - 5:30pm. Year roundSalary: £24,122.00 paBenefits:* Employer pension 5%* Discounted shopping card* Means tested staff discount* Complementary lunches* Access to the group's counselling scheme* Access to fully funded apprenticeships* Personal accident at work coverWe are looking for the successful candidate to start as soon as possible.To read the full job description, please see the attached candidate pack.### AttachmentsCaretaker - The Mead### Safeguarding Statement:Wishford Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. This will include checks with past employers, references, online searches, medical checks, overseas checks and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.Wishford Education is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to religion, sex, age, disability, nationality or any other protected characteristics of the Equality Act 2010.