Permanent School Caretaker

Cefn Saeson; Neath; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Cefn Saeson Comprehensive School in Neath is seeking a dedicated and proactive School Caretaker to manage the day-to-day operation of the site. The role covers opening/locking, checks, minor repairs and coordinating with contractors to keep buildings and grounds safe and well presented.

The successful candidate will be practical, dependable and able to use initiative, with a strong commitment to health and safety and the wellbeing of our school community.

Qualifications

• Practical, dependable applicant with strong commitment to health and safety.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in building maintenance or facilities management is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Opening and securing the school premises, including responsibility for keys and alarm systems.
• Carrying out daily checks of the school buildings and grounds.
• Carrying out minor repairs and general maintenance.
• Identifying and reporting defects and arranging repairs where appropriate.
• Ensuring the site is safe and appropriately maintained.
• Supporting compliance with health and safety, fire safety and site security procedures.
• Completing routine checks and maintaining appropriate records.
• Monitoring heating, lighting and other building systems.
• Supporting contractors working on the school site.
• Carrying out or arranging basic grounds maintenance.
• Responding to emergencies such as leaks, power failures or security issues.
• Supporting the safe movement of furniture, equipment and deliveries.
• Preparing rooms and facilities for meetings, events and school activities.
• Ensuring cleanliness standards around the site and liaising with cleaning staff where applicable.
• Supporting lettings and out-of-hours activities as required.
• Undertaking training relevant to the role.
• Driving the minibus when required.

Job description

# Permanent School CaretakerEmployer: Cefn Saeson Comprehensive SchoolLocation: Neath, Neath Port TalbotContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: Grade 4, SCP 5-6Posted: 8th November 2026Expires: 19th November 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1583202Job Reference: POSN1022155* Share :* PrintPermanent CaretakerGrade 4, SCP 5-637 Hours, 39 Weeks (term time only)Please note that this role operates on a shift pattern. Week 1 hours are 6.30 am to 2.30 pm, and Week 2 hours are 1.30 pm to 9.30 pm. These working hours may vary at certain times of the year to meet the needs of the school and its facilities.The Governing Body is seeking to appoint a dedicated, proactive and highly motivated Caretaker to play a key role in the effective day-to-day management of our school site.The successful candidate will help ensure that our buildings and grounds are safe, secure, well maintained and presented to a high standard. We are looking for an individual who is practical, dependable and able to use their own initiative, with a strong commitment to health and safety and the wellbeing of our school community.**Flexibility is essential for this role.** The successful candidate will be required, on occasions, to provide cover for other members of the site team, which may involve working during the daytime rather than the usual evening hours on Week 2.Working arrangements will also vary during the summer months, when different start and finish times may be required. This may include an earlier start and earlier finish on Week 2, according to the operational needs of the school.We therefore welcome applications from candidates who have a positive and flexible approach to working hours, work well both independently and as part of a team, and demonstrate the skills and personal qualities that will complement our school culture.**Key Responsibilities**• Opening and securing the school premises, including responsibility for keys and alarm systems.• Carrying out daily checks of the school buildings and grounds.• Undertaking minor repairs and general maintenance.• Identifying and reporting defects and arranging repairs where appropriate.• Ensuring the site is safe and appropriately maintained.• Supporting compliance with health and safety, fire safety and site security procedures.• Completing routine checks and maintaining appropriate records.• Monitoring heating, lighting and other building systems.• Supporting contractors working on the school site.• Carrying out or arranging basic grounds maintenance.• Responding appropriately to emergencies, including leaks, power failures, security issues and adverse weather.• Supporting the safe movement of furniture, equipment and deliveries.• Preparing rooms and facilities for meetings, events and school activities.• Ensuring appropriate standards of cleanliness around the site and liaising with cleaning staff where applicable.• Supporting the school with lettings and out-of-hours activities where required.• Undertaking appropriate training relevant to the role.• Driving the minibus when requiredPlease ensure you read the Candidate Pack for further information.### AttachmentsPERMANENT CARETAKER\\_1### Safeguarding Statement:Neath Port Talbot Council is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our schools are equally committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and young people and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing.The recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment assessment to ensure that children and young people are protected.Applications may be submitted in Welsh, applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. Welsh Language is not required for this post.This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Disclosure (Child).