Premises Caretaker

Salesian; Chertsey; Remote; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Salesian School in Chertsey, Surrey seeks a Premises Caretaker to ensure Safe, well-maintained environments across two sites. You will perform daily maintenance, respond to hazards, and work as part of the premises team to uphold high standards for students and staff.

The role requires practical skills in carpentry, painting, plumbing, and tool use, plus a clean driving licence and strong communication. Hours are 36 per week, with varied shifts; the contract is permanent.

Qualifications

• Good awareness of premises and safety issues and able to respond to hazards.
• A working knowledge of statutory policies and legislation.
• Holds a clean driving licence.
• Ability to clearly and confidently communicate with staff (at all levels), students and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance and caretaking activities on a daily basis to aid the smooth running of the school.
• Work as part of the premises team to continually improve the school environment.
• Maintain high standards of safety, cleanliness and presentation across two sites.

Skills

Premises safety awareness

Carpentry

Painting

Plumbing

Tools usage

Policy knowledge

Driving licence

Communication

Teamwork

Resilience

Job description

# Premises CaretakerEmployer: Salesian SchoolLocation: Chertsey, SurreyContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: £31,659 - £33,952.00– Pay Range PS6Posted: 21st October 2026Expires: 2nd November 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1580671Job Reference: 20262027PremCTB* Share :* Print**Premises Caretaker****To commence:** As soon as possible**Salary:** £31,659 - £33,952.00– Pay Range PS6**Hours:** 36 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. Hours will be 10am to 6pm and 12.30pm to 8.30pm bi-weekly.**Closing Date:** 2nd November 2026 - Applications will be reviewed on submission.Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and interviews will take place for shortlisted applicants upon review to start ASAP pending all safer recruitment and pre-employment checks have been satisfactorily completed.*We reserve the right to offer and appoint the right candidate before the closing date.***Purpose:** Reporting to the Premises Manager, the Premises Caretaker will serve the mission of Salesian School by being a professional, positive and visible member of the Premises team tasked with ensuring the two school sites are safe, well-maintained and always presented to a high standard for students, staff and visitors. To carry out maintenance and caretaking activities on a daily basis, to aid the smooth running of the school and to work as part of a team to continually improve the school environment.**Person Specification*** Good awareness of premises and safety issues and able to respond to hazards* A good range of practical skills e.g. carpentry, painting, use of tools, plumbing* A working knowledge of statutory policies and legislation* Holds a clean driving licence* Ability to clearly and confidently communicate with staff (at all levels), students and visitors* High level of initiative, self-motivation and ability to work independently* Boundless enthusiasm, a positive outlook with a “can do attitude”* Capacity to work very hard under pressure whilst being calm and resilient* Personal integrity and the drive to do what is best for the students* Attention to detail and takes pride in their work* Commitment to working as a team player* Sense of humour* Physically fit to be able to carry out the duties required* Commitment to supporting the distinctive nature of a Catholic school* Commitment to ensuring that Salesian becomes the best school in the countrySalesian School is part of the Xavier Catholic Education Trust. We are a group of schools in the Diocese of Arundel and Brighton who have come together to work collaboratively for the benefit of all the children we serve. The Trust’s aim is to provide a caring and supportive environment within which all children receive the best possible education.Salesian is a co-educational 11-18 Catholic comprehensive school and part of the Xavier Catholic Education Trust. The school ethos is based on the work of Don Bosco, a Salesian priest. Community and great relations are central to our work. As a consequence, both students and staff are happy, positive and enjoy their time at school.### AttachmentsXavier Recruitment PolicyXCET Application Form Notes to ApplicantsXCET Privacy Notice for Job ApplicantsRecruitment Booklet Premises Caretaker -2026 BXavier Recruitment PolicyXCET Application Form Notes to ApplicantsXCET Privacy Notice for Job Applicants### Safeguarding Statement:This School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.