Part-Time School Caretaker – Safe, Clean & Well-Maintained

Mosaic Partnership; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Gillingstool Primary School in Bristol is seeking a part-time School Caretaker to join our friendly team. You will help maintain a safe, clean, and well-presented learning environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

The role involves opening/closing, alarms, routine inspections, basic repairs, and coordinating with contractors while prioritising health and safety. 20 hours per week, term-time plus some holidays as applicable.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance, caretaking or facilities management.
• Good practical DIY and repair skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements.
• Ability to work independently and prioritise workload.
• Good communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as keyholder and manage opening, closing, alarms and site security.
• Carry out routine inspections and identify maintenance requirements.
• Undertake general repairs including carpentry, plumbing and decorating.
• Monitor heating, lighting, water and energy systems and report faults.
• Manage contractors and ensure safeguarding and health and safety procedures.
• Maintain safe, clean grounds and tidy litter removal, gritting and snow clearance.
• Set up rooms for assemblies, meetings and school events.
• Receive deliveries and manage storage of supplies.
• Maintain records of maintenance, compliance checks and premises issues.

Skills

Maintenance

DIY skills

Health & safety knowledge

Independent worker

Organisational skills

Tools

Carpentry tools

Plumbing tools

Decorating tools

Job description

Gillingstool Primary School in Bristol is seeking a part-time School Caretaker to join our friendly team. You will help maintain a safe, clean, and well-presented learning environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

The role involves opening/closing, alarms, routine inspections, basic repairs, and coordinating with contractors while prioritising health and safety. 20 hours per week, term-time plus some holidays as applicable.