Primary School Caretaker

Teacheractive Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider based in Sutton Coldfield is seeking a Caretaker to maintain a safe and clean school environment. Responsibilities include general maintenance, ensuring security, and supporting school operations. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a similar role and robust knowledge of health and safety practices. Join a supportive team with competitive pay and professional growth opportunities. Apply now to become an essential part of a thriving educational community.

Benefits

Dedicated 1:1 Consultant

Opportunities for professional development

Competitive rates of pay

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a caretaking or maintenance role is desirable.
• Ability to undertake general maintenance and repair work.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the school site is clean, secure, and well-maintained.
• Conduct routine checks and minor repairs across the premises.
• Open and close the school, ensuring security.

Skills

General maintenance

Health and safety knowledge

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Time management

Job description

Primary School Caretaker Needed in Sutton Coldfield

Position: Caretaker

Location: Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham

Contract: Full-time, Temp-Perm

Start Date: ASAP

About Us

I currently work with a Primary SEND School based in Sutton Coldfield who are looking for a School Caretaker to join their team. The school are committed to providing a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for all pupils and staff. Maintaining the school’s premises is essential to creating a positive and inspiring atmosphere for learning. Now seeking a dedicated and hardworking Caretaker to join their team and play a key role in ensuring that the school is well-maintained and operational.

Role Overview

As a Caretaker, you will be responsible for ensuring the school site is clean, secure, and well-maintained. You will support the smooth running of the school on a daily basis, contributing to the health, safety, and wellbeing of staff, students, and visitors.

Shift Pattern

This role operates on a split shift basis:

• Morning Shift: 6:30 AM – 11:00 AM
• Afternoon Shift: 3:15 PM – 6:00 PM

Key Responsibilities

• Regular cleaning and maintenance of school buildings and grounds, including classrooms, offices, corridors, and outdoor spaces.
• Routine checks and minor repairs, including lighting, plumbing, and furniture maintenance.
• Opening and closing the school, ensuring security at all times.
• Setting up for school events, assemblies, and meetings.
• Liaising with external contractors and suppliers when required.
• Ensuring health and safety regulations are adhered to across the school premises.
• General porterage tasks such as moving furniture and delivering supplies.
• Responding to emergency maintenance issues as required.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in a caretaking or maintenance role is desirable.
• Ability to undertake general maintenance and repair work.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety practices.
• A proactive and hands-on approach with a problem-solving mindset.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• A flexible approach to work and a willingness to undertake a variety of tasks.

Desirable Attributes

• Experience in working in a school or similar environment.
• A DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check will be required before employment.

Why Join TeacherActive?

• A dedicated 1:1 Consultant to advise and guide you through the whole process.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Competitive rates of pay.

If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and ready to take on a key role in maintaining a thriving school environment, we would love to hear from you!

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please send your CV to Heather at [e-mail], apply to this job advert, or get in touch on 0121 200 3224

We look forward to receiving your application!

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.