Part-Time School Caretaker: Safe & Welcoming Premises

Wrexham; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 4,600 - 5,500; Part time

Job summary

St Paul’s VA Primary School in Wrexham is seeking a dedicated Caretaker to maintain and safeguard our school premises, both inside and out. The role focuses on creating a safe, welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

Working 10 hours per week, the successful candidate will be a keyholder, perform routine inspections, basic repairs, and help ensure building services run smoothly. A safeguarding DBS check is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in premises maintenance, caretaking or similar role.
• Awareness of Health and Safety legislation and safe working practices.
• Organised, practical and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Open and secure the school premises as a keyholder.
• Carry out routine inspections of buildings and grounds.
• Undertake general maintenance, repairs and decoration.
• Monitor heating, lighting and other building services.
• Keep grounds and premises clean, safe and well-presented.
• Support Health & Safety procedures and checks.
• Report defects or concerns promptly.
• Liaise with contractors and support site projects.

Skills

Premises maintenance

Health & safety awareness

Organised

Time management

Communication skills

Reliability

Safeguarding

Job description

St Paul’s VA Primary School in Wrexham is seeking a dedicated Caretaker to maintain and safeguard our school premises, both inside and out. The role focuses on creating a safe, welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

Working 10 hours per week, the successful candidate will be a keyholder, perform routine inspections, basic repairs, and help ensure building services run smoothly. A safeguarding DBS check is required.