Facilities Caretaker

eTeach UK Limited; Cheddar; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension scheme

Job summary

Kings Academy is seeking an energetic Premises Team member to join our caretaking staff. The role covers security, repairs, cleaning and general site services on a fixed shift pattern across weeks one and two, with some flexibility. A full driving licence and ability to work independently are essential.

We offer a supportive environment within the Wessex Learning Trust, staff benefits and ongoing professional development. Closing and interview dates apply as per school notice.

Qualifications

• Experience relevant to the role.
• Ability to build excellent working relationships in a fast-moving environment with conflicting priorities.
• Ability to liaise effectively with staff, visitors, students and site contractors.
• Experience and skills in repairs and DIY tasks and a good awareness of cleaning requirements would be advantageous.
• Organised and thorough with ability to work with minimal supervision.
• A full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective site services including security, repairs and general maintenance and cleaning.
• Work as part of the Premises Team across the Trust to ensure safe and well‑presented premises.
• Support across other Trust schools as required.

Skills

Relevant experience

Communication

Liaison skills

Driving licence

Tools

DIY skills

Job description

Grade 13 - £25989 - £28142, on call allowance £400pa Starting Salary £26389 (Starting salary includes all allowances) 37 hours per week – All year round Working split shifts (week 1) 7.00 am – 3.00 pm or (week 2) 11am - 7.00 pm (with a half hour unpaid lunch each day) with some opportunities for flexibility - the shift ends 30 minutes earlier on a Friday Note – Week 2 shift will start later and end later on occasions – for example when there is a letting or event at school. We are looking for an energetic, hardworking, self-motivated, flexible person to work within our Premises Team, providing effective and efficient site services including, security, repairs and general maintenance and cleaning. Applicants do not need to have previous experience as training will be given, but you will need to be able to communicate in a friendly and effective manner and give positive support to staff and visitors. Good team work is essential as well as the ability to work alone using your own initiative. The postholder will be part of a wider Trust Caretaking Team and there may be a requirement to work across other Trust schools.

Candidates will need to demonstrate the following:

• Experience relevant to the role
• Ability to build excellent working relationships, working in a fast-moving environment, with conflicting priorities
• Ability to liaise effectively with staff, visitors, students and site contractors
• Experience and skills in repairs and DIY tasks and a good awareness of cleaning requirements would be an advantage but not essential
• Organised and thorough with an ability to work with minimal supervision
• A full driving licence

What we can offer:

• Professional induction, training and continued professional development opportunities
• Staff benefits including reduced leisure centre membership and cycle to work scheme
• A staff assistance programme with specialist provider, PAM who provide a 24/7 free phone helpline, or face‑to‑face counselling for every employee in the Wessex family
• Exciting opportunities as part of a growing multi-academy Trust

As a member of support staff at Kings Academy, employed by the Wessex Learning Trust, you will be enrolled in the Local Government Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution in excess of 20%, subject to pension eligibility criteria.

Closing date: Monday5October2026 Interview date: TBC