Highly Regarded Primary School In Reading Seeking Experienced Caretaker

Marchant Recruitment; Reading; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Reading Primary School in Reading, Berkshire is looking for an experienced Caretaker to join its premises team. The role focuses on keeping the site safe, secure and well-maintained for pupils and staff, with responsibilities spanning opening/closing, daily inspections and minor repairs.

You will monitor heating, lighting and security, maintain grounds, support fire safety and coordinate with contractors. A DBS check is preferred or willingness to obtain one; start date ASAP.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Caretaker or Premises professional within a school is essential.
• Practical maintenance and DIY skills.
• Good understanding of health and safety.
• Reliable and proactive approach.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Opening and securing the school premises.
• Carrying out daily site inspections.
• Completing minor repairs and maintenance.
• Monitoring heating, lighting and security systems.
• Maintaining school grounds and playgrounds.
• Supporting fire safety procedures.
• Moving furniture and equipment.
• Liaising with contractors.
• Reporting faults and maintenance issues.
• Supporting health and safety checks.
• Preparing rooms for school events.

Job description

Job Title: School Caretaker
Location: Reading, Berkshire
Salary: Dependent on experience
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: ASAP

About the School

A highly regarded primary school in Reading is seeking an experienced Caretaker to join its friendly and dedicated premises team.

The successful candidate will take pride in maintaining the school site and ensuring pupils and staff have access to a safe, secure and well-maintained environment.

Key Responsibilities

Opening and securing the school premises.

Carrying out daily site inspections.

Completing minor repairs and maintenance.

Monitoring heating, lighting and security systems.

Maintaining school grounds and playgrounds.

Supporting fire safety procedures.

Moving furniture and equipment.

Liaising with contractors.

Reporting faults and maintenance issues.

Supporting health and safety checks.

Preparing rooms for school events.

Requirements

Previous experience working as a Caretaker or Premises professional within a school is essential.

Practical maintenance and DIY skills.

Good understanding of health and safety.

Reliable and proactive approach.

Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.

Highly Regarded Primary School in Reading Seeking Experienced Caretaker Reading, England, United Kingdom