Caretakers Required

Tradewind Recruitment; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Secondary School Caretaker in Barnsley, South Yorkshire. The role involves ensuring a clean, safe, and well-maintained school environment, conducting repairs, managing security, and ensuring health and safety compliance. Candidates must have a current Enhanced DBS and previous experience in a similar role. Competitive pay and an immediate start are offered.

Benefits

Top rates of pay

Supportive school environment

Immediate start available

Qualifications

• A current Enhanced DBS is essential.
• Previous experience in a similar caretaker role, ideally within a school setting.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the school premises are clean, safe, and well-maintained.
• Conduct minor repairs and general maintenance.
• Manage site security, including opening and locking up the school.
• Support health and safety compliance.

Skills

Reliability

Proactivity

Health and safety understanding

Job description

Secondary School Caretaker - South Yorkshire
Location: South Yorkshire and Chesterfield
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Full-time
Pay: Top rates of pay offered
DBS: Current Enhanced DBS essential

Are you an experienced Caretaker looking for your next opportunity in a vibrant school environment? We are currently seeking reliable, proactive, and hands‑on School Caretakers to join supportive secondary schools in Chesterfield and South Yorkshire.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensuring the school premises are clean, safe, and well‑maintained
• Conducting minor repairs and general maintenance
• Managing site security, including opening and locking up the school
• Supporting health and safety compliance
• Liaising with external contractors and school staff

Requirements:

• A current Enhanced DBS is essential
• Previous experience in a similar caretaker role, ideally within a school setting
• Good understanding of health and safety practices
• Ability to work independently and use initiative

Why Join Us?

• Competitive top rates of pay
• Immediate start available
• Supportive school environment
• Opportunity to make a real impact in the day‑to‑day running of the school

If you're ready to hit the ground running and help keep fantastic secondary schools operating smoothly, we want to hear from you!

Apply now to be considered for this exciting opportunity!

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