Janitor - FLK14705

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

Job Advert

Join Our Facilities Team - Janitor

Are you dependable, hands‑on and committed to keeping schools running smoothly and safely? We're looking for dedicated Janitors to join our Facilities (Soft FM) team, supporting schools across the Falkirk Council area.

Janitors play a crucial role in school life - ensuring that buildings and grounds are clean, secure and well‑maintained, helping create a welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors. You'll also support school activities, monitor contractors, and contribute to health and safety compliance, allowing Headteachers to focus on education.

What You'll Do:

• Ensure the 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 support pupil supervision when needed
• Occasionally provide janitorial cover at other schools within the cluster

What We're Looking For:

• Relevant experience in facilities management, site supervision or building maintenance
• A working knowledge of Health & Safety, COSHH, and building systems
• Organised, proactive, and able to manage tasks 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

The Role:

• Location: Across Falkirk Council schools - travel may be required within a cluster
• Hours: 37 hours per week
• Days: Flexible within council hours between 7am and 8pm (will be discussed at interview)
• Contract: 52 weeks per year, Temporary until April 2027

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a valued, well‑supported team
• Help create safe and welcoming spaces for learning
• Access ongoing training and development opportunities

Successful candidates must gain and maintain PVG scheme membership.