Multi-Site School Caretaker - Maintenance & Security

Hatched Recruitment Group; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatched Recruitment Group is seeking a Caretaker to support multiple school sites in Knowsley. The role covers site management, building maintenance, security, porterage and customer service. Flexibility for early and late shifts is required.

You will need a full UK driving licence and be comfortable working across several sites. Salary is £13.02 per hour PAYE, with 37.5 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Experience in caretaking, facilities or maintenance desirable.
• Good customer service and communication skills.
• Able to work independently and across multiple sites.
• Flexible to early and late shifts.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive building maintenance and minor repairs.
• Open and lock school buildings as required.
• Carry out regular site security checks and ensure the building remains secure.
• Provide a professional and customer-focused service to the school.
• Manage visitors and contractors, including maintaining the site visitor book.
• Monitor and manage external contractors in line with Health & Safety procedures.
• Carry out porterage duties and respond to school requests.
• Complete minor works including painting, putting up notice boards and general maintenance.
• Carry out planned maintenance tasks, including fire alarm testing and L8 testing.
• Take monthly meter readings.
• Complete reactive repairs and other maintenance tasks as required.
• Ensure equipment is safe, maintained and used correctly.
• Follow COSHH requirements, including the safe storage and handling of chemicals.
• Report accidents, near misses and Health & Safety or environmental issues.
• Complete site security tours and remain vigilant regarding the security of the school.
• Support the management of the building when community groups are using the site.
• Attend Toolbox Talks and complete relevant training.
• Work safely, efficiently and independently, using initiative when required.
• Complete overtime and occasional weekend work when required.

Skills

Driving license

Maintenance skills

Customer service

Communication

Health & safety awareness

Job description

Hatched Recruitment Group is seeking a Caretaker to support multiple school sites in Knowsley. The role covers site management, building maintenance, security, porterage and customer service. Flexibility for early and late shifts is required.

You will need a full UK driving licence and be comfortable working across several sites. Salary is £13.02 per hour PAYE, with 37.5 hours per week.