Caretaker - Woodley School and College

Kirklees Council; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established local authority school is seeking a dedicated Caretaker to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for students with autism. This role involves ensuring the security of the premises, conducting maintenance tasks, and supporting a committed team in enhancing the quality of life for pupils. The ideal candidate will be flexible, proactive, and possess strong communication skills to liaise effectively with staff and students. Join a supportive leadership team that values professional development and fosters a positive atmosphere for both staff and students alike.

Benefits

Annual Leave of 27.5 days

Supportive Leadership Team

Bespoke CPL Opportunities

Training in Maintenance and Health & Safety

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people, especially those with autism.
• Ability to engage and motivate pupils effectively.

Responsibilities

• Opening and locking the building, ensuring site security.
• Conducting reactive and proactive maintenance as needed.
• Ensuring compliance with Health and Safety regulations.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Health and Safety Compliance Tools

Job description

Woodley School and College is seeking to appoint an experienced and capable Caretaker to work across our sites which consist of the main Woodley School and College site. Woodley Moor - a satellite provision in Crosland Moor and Blossom – our shop in The Byram Arcade.

The post will be a permanent position ideally working 35 hours per week Monday through to Friday (however this could be less hours over the 5 days for the right candidate should part time suit them better), this will include split shifts on some days, exact working pattern/hours to be discussed and confirmed between the team.

For a 52week full time contract the following applies:

During school holidays, hours are more flexible and can be arranged in discussion with the Business Manager and based on works required etc.

Annual Leave entitlement is 27.5 days + bank holidays. When you have completed five years continuous service you get an additional five days holiday entitlement. All holidays wherever possible are to be taken during school holiday periods.

Alternatively we could consider a term time option if required.

Woodley School and College is a Kirklees Local Authority special school for children and young people with autism aged 5-19.We are looking to appoint, enthusiastic and highly motivated Teaching Assistants to join our committed and friendly team of happy and hardworking staff and children.

You will be someone who will share our vision for high standards in all aspects of school life. Particular emphasis will be on supporting learning and social and emotional needs, working alongside the class teacher. The ability to relate with children/young people from diverse backgrounds is essential for this job, as well as having good verbal communication skills in order to liaise with children/young people and other staff members.

We are looking for an inspirational individual to join our team. We are looking for effective and a motivated professional with unlimited ambition for the pupils, themselves and the school. We want someone who will challenge, stimulate and support pupils and staff to achieve their best through:

• Inspiring trust and confidence
• Building team commitment
• Engaging and motivating pupils with autism
• Being a flexible, reflective and self-evaluating practitioner
• Takes positive action to improve the quality of learning throughout the school

We can offer:

• A well-resourced and pleasant working environment
• A supportive leadership team school which values and invests in all our staff
• Bespoke CPL opportunities to support you to meet the needs of our pupils
• A school committed to its children and families
• An ethos based on improving the Quality of Life for its students and staff
• Full training in all aspects of school maintenance, cleaning operations and Health and Safety (Previous experience would be desirable but not essential).

Main duties will include:

• Opening and Locking of the building, ensuring site and building security
• Ensuring Health and Safety compliance of the site
• Reactive and proactive maintenance including Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)
• Ensure statutory checks are undertake and recorded in line with policy and guidance
• Cleaning as and when required in line with role
• Grounds Maintenance and upkeep
• Liaising with colleagues, in particular the Business Manager and the lead Assistant Headteacher onsite at regular intervals

Please refer to the job description and employee specification for the full expectations of the role.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff are subject to an enhanced DBS check. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

If you require further information about the role or to arrange a visit, please contact Ann Seed on 01484 223937 or you can visit the school website at www.woodleyschool.org.uk/

Completed application formsmust ideally be emailed to [e-mail] or returned directly by post to the address below no later than 9am on Wednesday 14th May 2025. Previous applicants need not apply.

If shortlisted, Interviews will be held W/C 19th May 2025.

Commencement would be required as soon as possible thereafter.

This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level, please refer to the Job Description/Profile. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.