Janitors - FLK14649

Falkirk Council; Denny; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Falkirk Council is seeking reliable Janitors to join the Facilities (Soft FM) team and help keep schools in the Falkirk Council area clean, secure, and well-maintained. You will support safety, monitor contractors and assist with health and safety compliance across Dunipace Primary School and related sites.

The role requires hands-on maintenance, strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Facilities management

Site supervision

Health & Safety

COSHH

Communication

Problem solving

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: Dunipace Primary School x 2 positions
• Hours: 20 hours per week, 7.45am to 3.45pm
• Days:
  • Post 1 - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday am
  • Post 2 - Wednesday pm, Thursday, Friday

• Contract: 52 weeks per year, Permanent

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

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership, the cost of which will be met by the preferred candidate.