Primary School Caretaker

Academics Ltd; Saltaire; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd is seeking an experienced Caretaker for a Primary School, with potential to work across several schools within the Trust. The role is suitable for someone practical, reliable and hands-on, with a broad range of general maintenance skills. The ideal candidate will have DBS checks or willingness to obtain one.

The position involves maintaining a safe, clean and welcoming school environment, working independently and coordinating with school staff. Location: West Yorkshire.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Caretaker, Site Assistant or similar
• Good general maintenance and DIY skills
• Ability to carry out basic repairs and maintenance
• Understanding of health & safety
• Identify and report maintenance issues
• Strong organisational skills and a proactive approach
• Good communication with school staff
• DBS enhanced (or willing to obtain)

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, clean and welcoming school environment
• Work across Primary Schools / Multi-Academy Trust as required
• Carry out general maintenance and repairs as needed
• Liaise with staff to report and address issues

Skills

General maintenance

DIY skills

Health & safety

Report maintenance issues

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Independent working

DBS check required

Job description

Primary School Caretaker

I'm currently looking for an experienced Caretaker to support a Primary School, with the potential to work across a number of schools within the same Trust.

We're looking for someone who is practical, reliable and hands-on, with a good range of general maintenance skills.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience as a Caretaker, Site Assistant, Premises Assistant or similar
• Good general maintenance and DIY skills
• Ability to carry out basic repairs and maintenance
• Good understanding of health & safety
• Ability to identify and report maintenance issues
• Strong organisational skills and a proactive approach
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with school staff
• Enhanced DBS (or be willing to obtain one)

The role would suit someone who takes pride in maintaining a safe, clean and welcoming school environment and is comfortable working independently.

Location: West Yorkshire

Setting: Primary Schools / Multi-Academy Trust

Role: Caretaker / Premises

Start: ASAP / September

If you're an experienced Caretaker, or know someone who could be a great fit,

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy