Caretaker

TN United Kingdom; Pant; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Dowlais Primary School is seeking a School Caretaker to ensure the maintenance and cleanliness of the school premises. The role requires a respectful and reliable individual who can communicate effectively with staff and visitors. The caretaker will be responsible for routine maintenance, cleaning, and assisting with Health & Safety matters. This is a vital role in creating a welcoming environment for students and families.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance and cleaning roles.
• Ability to communicate clearly with staff and visitors.
• Commitment to safeguarding and welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Routine maintenance of school building and grounds.
• Daily cleaning of agreed areas.
• Reporting repairs and assisting with Health & Safety.

Skills

Respectful

Reliable

Good communication

Flexibility

Health & Safety experience

Job description

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DOWLAIS PRIMARY SCHOOL

SCHOOL CARETAKER

Start Date - ASAP

Grade 2 SCP 6 £25,183 per annum

Following the retirement of our school caretaker, we are now looking for a replacement. Being a caretaker is a very important role. You are often the first person visitors and contractors meet. You often meet and greet our families on arrival.

We are looking for a caretaker who:

• Is respectful, polite and welcoming to all
• Is reliable, honest and committed to the school
• Has a good sense of humour
• Has clear communication with pupils, parents, visitors and staff
• Demonstrates flexibility (from time to time there may be a need to open school late or on weekends, which would be agreed in advance)
• Has experience with Health & Safety related matters (desirable)

What will be your duties?

• Routine maintenance of the school building indoors (including minor repairs)
• Routine maintenance of school grounds outdoors (including minor repairs)
• Reporting of repairs / major works
• Assistance with Health & Safety (please see job description for list)
• Daily cleaning of agreed areas

What will your hours be?

• 6.00am – 10.00am and 2.30pm – 6.00pm Monday - Thursday
• 6.00am – 10.00am and 2.30pm – 5.30pm on a Friday
• Hours may vary during winter periods
• Holidays cannot be taken during school term time
• Hours may vary due to school events (e.g., parental consultations, governor meetings), which would be communicated well in advance

Please see the job description for further details.

Closing date: Friday 23rd May 2025

Shortlisting: Monday 2nd June 2025

Interviews: Thursday 5th June 2025

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Safeguarding Statement

Dowlais Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups, including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.