Permanent School Caretaker

Palladian Academy Trust; Bath; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Palladian Academy Trust is seeking a proactive School Caretaker to maintain safe, secure, and welcoming school environments across Wiltshire sites. You will work with the Estates Lead and school teams to ensure facilities are well-kept and compliant.

The role involves routine maintenance, safety checks, and coordinating with external contractors. Full training will be provided, with opportunities to support other Trust schools as needed.

Qualifications

• Experienced in site maintenance, caretaking, or facilities management.
• Knowledgeable in health & safety and building compliance requirements.
• Skilled in a range of practical DIY tasks.
• Highly organised and able to prioritise workloads in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the security, safety, and general upkeep of school buildings and grounds.
• Carry out maintenance and repair tasks (e.g. basic plumbing, decorating, minor repairs).
• Respond promptly to reactive and unplanned maintenance issues.
• Conduct health & safety checks and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Oversee external contractors and RAMS compliance.
• Support estates projects and site improvements across Trust schools.

Skills

Site maintenance

Health & safety knowledge

DIY skills

Organised and proactive

Strong communication

Discretion and confidentiality

Education

Experience in facilities management

Job description

School Caretaker

Across Palladian Academy Trust schools in Wiltshire (Permanent | All Year Round | Monday - Friday (8:00am – 4:00pm))

Palladian Academy Trust is seeking a highly motivated, proactive, and reliable School Caretaker to join our Estates team. This role is based across our Wiltshire Schools, with flexibility required to support other Trust schools when needed.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in creating a safe, secure, and inspiring learning environment for pupils, staff, and the wider community. You will be working closely with the Trust Estates Lead and school teams, ensuring our sites are well-maintained and operate efficiently.

As the first and last face of the school each day, you will be a friendly, approachable presence for parents, pupils, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

As School Caretaker, you will:

• Ensure the security, safety, and general upkeep of school buildings and grounds
• Carry out a range of maintenance and repair tasks (e.g. basic plumbing, decorating, minor repairs)
• Respond promptly to reactive and unplanned maintenance issues
• Conduct health & safety checks and ensure compliance with relevant regulations
• Oversee and liaise with external contractors, ensuring adherence to RAMS (Risk Assessments & Method Statements)
• Support Trust-wide estates projects, compliance tasks, and site improvements
• Cover absence and provide support across other Trust schools where required
• Utilise school holiday periods to complete planned maintenance and improvement works

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Experienced in site maintenance, caretaking, or facilities management
• Knowledgeable in health & safety and building compliance requirements
• Skilled in a range of practical DIY tasks
• Highly organised, able to prioritise workloads in a fast-paced environment
• A confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Calm and effective in emergency situations
• Trustworthy, discreet, and able to handle confidential information
• Professional, reliable, and committed to high standards
• Emotionally intelligent, with the ability to manage sensitive situations appropriately
• Experience in a school setting is desirable but not essential – full training will be provided.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive and values-driven Trust
• Make a visible impact on school environments and pupil wellbeing
• Work within a friendly and collaborative estates team
• Develop your skills through training and varied responsibilities

About us

The Palladian Academy Trust is a community of schools, each with its own ethos, that enjoy a mutually enriching partnership. Our Trust includes both church and community academies working closely together, all connected by a shared vision for our pupils: ‘excellent and equitable opportunities so everyone can flourish.’

Our dedicated and committed staff work together to helpequip our children with the tools they needto reach their ultimate potential. We strike to provide a positive, stimulating and creative learning environment within a safe, happy and secure community.

Safeguarding Statement

The Palladian Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All short-listed candidates will be subject to the appropriate online checks and Google searches as part of our recruitment process.Your suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process.

The successful applicant will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive and robust pre-employment checking process. Prior to appointment Palladian Academy Trust will apply for an enhanced DBS check plus a further check against the appropriate barred list, references from current and previous employers, health screening, and the right to work in the UK.