School Caretaker - Basingstoke

TN United Kingdom; England; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a School Caretaker for a full-time position in Basingstoke. The role involves maintaining a safe environment, performing repairs, and assisting with events. Ideal for experienced candidates in school maintenance.

Qualifications

• Experience as a School Caretaker or in maintenance.
• Enhanced DBS required or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Open and close school building, monitor access.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs.
• Maintain cleanliness and assist with school events.

Skills

Maintenance

Security

Grounds-keeping

Job description

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Hampshire, United Kingdom

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Posted:

17.05.2025

Expiry Date:

01.07.2025

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Job Description:

Academics have an urgent need for a School Caretaker to carry out a full-time contract in a large SEN Secondary school in Basingstoke. This is to start on Monday 14th April for a minimum of 4 weeks. Working hours are from 7am – 3pm, paying between £90-£100 per day.

You will be responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, and secure school environment, encompassing duties including security, minor repairs, grounds-keeping, and assisting with school events.

Core Responsibilities as a School Caretaker:

* Opening and closing the school building and grounds.
* Monitoring access to the premises and ensuring security.
* Checking for damage or security issues upon arrival and throughout the day.
* Ensuring all doors, windows, and gates are locked securely.
* Responding to alarm activation's and other security concerns.
* Performing routine maintenance tasks, including minor repairs to fixtures and fittings.
* Ensuring the school facilities are in good working order, including boilers and utility supplies.
* Carrying out basic repairs and maintenance tasks as needed.
* Liaising with external contractors for larger repairs and maintenance projects.
* Maintaining cleanliness in classrooms, hallways, offices, toilets, and other areas within the school.
* Taking care of the school grounds, including lawn maintenance, gardening, and clearing leaves or snow.
* Ensuring grounds are litter-free.
* Emptying outside bins.
* Assisting with setting up and organising spaces for school events, such as furniture and audiovisual equipment.
* Arranging chairs and tables for meetings and clearing them away afterwards.

If you are an experienced School Caretaker/Maintenance and live in Basingstoke, please apply by sending a copy of your up to date CV

You will require an Enhanced DBS for the role so either need a current one which is registered to the DBS Update Service, or be happy to process one as part of your application at a cost of £56.70.