Facilities Janitor - School Grounds & Safety (Temp)

South-Lanarkshire-Council; Blantyre; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local government pension scheme

Salary Sacrifice AVC scheme

Up to 33 days annual leave

Public holiday entitlement (up to 10)

Occupational sick pay

Flexible working and leave

Employee Discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Physiotherapy

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

South Lanarkshire Council is hiring a Secondary Janitor at Calderside Academy, Calder Street, Blantyre. The role covers cleaning and janitorial duties, documentation preparation, and health/safety compliance.

The successful candidate will monitor grounds, liaise with contractors, log faults and communicate with management to meet daily needs. Temporary post until 24 December 2026 with a salary of £32,153–£32,862.

Qualifications

• Experience in janitorial/maintenance environments preferred.
• Good health and safety awareness.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, contractors and managers.

Responsibilities

• Ensure grounds and premises are kept safe, tidy and free from hazards.
• Monitor lessees’ and contractors’ activities and report issues to line manager.
• Log, monitor and report damage or faults to fabric and fixtures.
• Liaise with external contractors and lessees ensuring health, safety and security procedures are followed.
• Communicate with Facilities Manager, Head of Establishment and team to meet daily customer needs.

Job description

South Lanarkshire Council is hiring a Secondary Janitor at Calderside Academy, Calder Street, Blantyre. The role covers cleaning and janitorial duties, documentation preparation, and health/safety compliance.

The successful candidate will monitor grounds, liaise with contractors, log faults and communicate with management to meet daily needs. Temporary post until 24 December 2026 with a salary of £32,153–£32,862.