Hands-On School Caretaker – Immediate Start

TeacherActive Ltd; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Payable £14.25/hour PAYE

Consultants available 24/7

CPD courses access

Short-term and longer-term placements

Local school-based experience

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a dedicated Secondary School Caretaker to work within a welcoming secondary school in Bridgend and surrounding areas. You will maintain buildings and grounds, carry out minor repairs, and ensure a safe, clean and well-maintained environment for pupils and staff.

This role offers £14.25 per hour PAYE, with short-term and longer-term placements, and ongoing support from a team of consultants.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a caretaking, maintenance, facilities or site management role.
• Experience in secondary school or educational environment is advantageous.
• Good practical skills and ability to carry out basic repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Sound understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage workloads independently.
• Reliable, flexible and proactive approach to work.
• Good communication skills and ability to build positive relationships with school staff.
• Willingness to undertake enhanced DBS check and safeguarding requirements.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out general maintenance and minor repairs throughout the school premises.
• Ensuring school buildings, facilities and grounds are kept clean, tidy and safe.
• Opening and securing the school premises when required.
• Completing routine health and safety checks and reporting concerns.
• Monitoring site security and ensuring the school environment remains safe.
• Carrying out basic painting, decorating and general upkeep of the premises.
• Supporting movement and setup of furniture, equipment and classroom resources.
• Liaising with staff and external contractors regarding maintenance requirements.
• Responding promptly to maintenance issues or emergencies.
• Supporting the wider school team to maintain premises to a high standard.

Skills

General maintenance

Site management

Health and safety procedures

Reliable and proactive

Communication skills

Job description

TeacherActive is recruiting a dedicated Secondary School Caretaker to work within a welcoming secondary school in Bridgend and surrounding areas. You will maintain buildings and grounds, carry out minor repairs, and ensure a safe, clean and well-maintained environment for pupils and staff.

This role offers £14.25 per hour PAYE, with short-term and longer-term placements, and ongoing support from a team of consultants.