Facilities Custodian — Flexible Hours & School Safety

Falkirk Council; Falkirk; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Falkirk Council is seeking dedicated Janitors to join our Facilities (Soft FM) team to support schools across the Falkirk Council area. The role focuses on keeping buildings clean, secure and well‑maintained, contributing to safe and welcoming learning environments for pupils and staff.

We value dependable, proactive individuals with attention to health and safety, who can work with contractors and support school activities across a cluster of sites. PVG clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities management or site supervision.
• Good knowledge of Health & Safety and COSHH.
• Organised, proactive and able to work independently.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with children and young people is desirable.
• A full driving licence is helpful but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety, security and upkeep of buildings and external areas.
• Carry out minor maintenance and report defects or hazards.
• Support the management of heating systems and building alarms.
• Monitor and support on-site contractors.
• Help manage janitorial supplies and deliveries.
• Contribute to safe access during severe weather and pupil supervision when needed.
• Occasionally provide janitorial cover at other schools within the cluster.

Skills

Facilities management

Site supervision

Health & Safety

COSHH

Communication

Driving licence

Job description

Falkirk Council is seeking dedicated Janitors to join our Facilities (Soft FM) team to support schools across the Falkirk Council area. The role focuses on keeping buildings clean, secure and well‑maintained, contributing to safe and welcoming learning environments for pupils and staff.

We value dependable, proactive individuals with attention to health and safety, who can work with contractors and support school activities across a cluster of sites. PVG clearance is required.