Evening School Caretaker & Facilities

Oxford Spires; Oxford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford Spires is seeking an evening Caretaker to join a busy educational site in Oxford. The role involves caretaking of buildings and grounds, performing routine inspections, basic maintenance, and security checks during the 4:00pm–10:00pm shift on a 6-week temporary contract.

Applicants must hold an Enhanced DBS certificate or be willing to undergo checks. The position offers an immediate start and a competitive hourly rate, with duties including room setups and monitoring contractors as

Qualifications

• Experience in caretaking, facilities, maintenance or building support.
• Strong health & safety awareness and practical problem-solving ability.
• Good communication skills and reliability in a team or autonomous setting.

Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day caretaking of school buildings and grounds during evening hours.
• Perform routine site inspections, basic maintenance and repairs, and room set-ups.
• Conduct security checks and lock/unlock buildings; monitor contractors as needed.
• Respond to facilities-related issues and report defects or hazards.
• Support health and safety compliance and prepare premises for the next day.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Health & safety awareness

Independent worker

Education

Enhanced DBS certificate

Job description

Oxford Spires is seeking an evening Caretaker to join a busy educational site in Oxford. The role involves caretaking of buildings and grounds, performing routine inspections, basic maintenance, and security checks during the 4:00pm–10:00pm shift on a 6-week temporary contract.

Applicants must hold an Enhanced DBS certificate or be willing to undergo checks. The position offers an immediate start and a competitive hourly rate, with duties including room setups and monitoring contractors as