Caretaker - Ysgol Rhostyllen

Wrexham County Borough Council; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly staff

Professional development

Caring ethos

Community focus

Job summary

Wrexham County Borough Council seeks a reliable Caretaker to join our school premises team. The successful candidate will help ensure the site is safe, secure, clean and well-maintained at all times, supporting daily operations and carrying out basic maintenance tasks.

The role is part-time (22.5 hours per week) under two contracts and requires an Enhanced DBS. Duties include opening and closing the site, health and safety compliance, heating and lighting management, and liaising with

Qualifications

• Weeks strong practical skills and basic repairs knowledge with a solid health & safety understanding.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team, with good communication and organisation.
• Enhanced DBS check is a requirement.

Responsibilities

• Opening and closing the school site and securing buildings and grounds.
• Carrying out routine maintenance, minor repairs, and basic DIY tasks.
• Monitoring and maintaining cleanliness of the premises.
• Ensuring health and safety standards are consistently met.
• Managing heating, lighting and general facilities systems.
• Conducting regular safety checks and reporting any issues.
• Assisting with room setups for events and activities.
• Liaising with contractors and external service providers when required.

Skills

Practical skills

Basic repairs knowledge

Health & safety

Communication

Organizational skills

Independent worker

Job description

We are seeking a reliable and proactive Caretaker to join our team. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the school premises are safe, secure, clean, and well-maintained at all times.

This position coincides with the cleaning role currently being advertised; the roles will be offered under two separate contracts, totalling 22.5 hours per week. You will need to apply for both vacancies.

Key Responsibilities

• Opening and closing the school site, including securing buildings and grounds
• Carrying out routine maintenance, minor repairs, and basic DIY tasks
• Monitoring and maintaining cleanliness of the premises
• Ensuring health and safety standards are consistently met
• Managing heating, lighting, and general facilities systems
• Conducting regular safety checks and reporting any issues
• Assisting with room setups for events and activities
• Liaising with contractors and external service providers when required

We Are Looking For Someone Who

Will possess good practical skills and a basic knowledge of repairs and maintenance, along with a stong understanding of health and safety practices. They will be able to work both independently and as part of a team, demonstrating good communication and organisational skills.

What We Offer

• A friendly, supportive staff team
• Opportunities for professional development
• A caring ethos focused on pupil success and staff wellbeing
• A warm, community‑centred school

An Enhanced DBS is required for this position.

The Council welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, disability, sexuality, religious belief or age.

The Council is committed to developing its bilingual workforce and welcomes applications from candidates who demonstrate their capability to work in both English and Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

About Us

About Us

Ysgol Rhostyllen is a welcoming and inclusive primary school committed to providing high‑quality learning experiences for all pupils. Our school ethos is built on strong relationships, high expectations, and a passion for helping every child thrive academically, emotionally, and socially.