Evening School Caretaker (Facilities & Safety)

Applefields School; Skipton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Maternity and parental leave support

Discounts via Vivup

Job summary

Skipton Girls’ High School is seeking a reliable and proactive Caretaker to join its Facilities Team. This part-time position covers 27 hours per week, primarily 2:30pm–8:00pm Mon, and 2:00pm–8:00pm Tue–Fri, with a 30 minute break. The role focuses on safety, security, cleanliness, and maintenance across the school site.

The post is based in Skipton, North Yorkshire, with DBS and safeguarding requirements. The Trust offers staff benefits and development opportunities within a supportive academy

Responsibilities

• Opening and securing the school site in accordance with procedures.
• Carrying out routine inspections of the buildings and grounds to ensure safety and maintenance.
• Undertaking minor repairs and caretaking tasks across the site.
• Identifying and reporting maintenance issues, defects and health and safety concerns.
• Supporting cleanliness and presentation of buildings and external areas.
• Assisting with health and safety checks, including fire safety and security inspections.
• Setting up rooms, furniture and equipment for meetings and events.
• Monitoring contractors on site and ensuring compliance with procedures.
• Assisting with site security, responding to alarms and emergencies when required.
• Ensuring pathways and entrances remain safe and accessible.
• Monitoring stock levels of site supplies and reporting replenishment needs.

Job description

Skipton Girls’ High School is seeking a reliable and proactive Caretaker to join its Facilities Team. This part-time position covers 27 hours per week, primarily 2:30pm–8:00pm Mon, and 2:00pm–8:00pm Tue–Fri, with a 30 minute break. The role focuses on safety, security, cleanliness, and maintenance across the school site.

The post is based in Skipton, North Yorkshire, with DBS and safeguarding requirements. The Trust offers staff benefits and development opportunities within a supportive academy