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Northern Star Academies Trust; Skipton; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

Northern Star Academies Trust is seeking a reliable and proactive Caretaker to join our Facilities Team on a part-time basis (25 hours per week, all year). The role focuses on keeping the school site safe, secure, clean and well-maintained for pupils, staff and visitors.

You will conduct inspections, undertake minor repairs, monitor contractors and help with health and safety checks. DBS check is required to be considered for appointment.

Qualifications

• Reliable, proactive and enthusiastic caretaker ideally with a positive approach to the school environment.
• Willingness to work 25 hours per week all year round, with flexibility to support operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Opening and securing the school site in accordance with procedures.
• Carrying out routine inspections of buildings and grounds to ensure safety and upkeep.
• Undertaking minor repairs and general caretaking duties across the site.
• Identifying and reporting maintenance issues, defects and health and safety concerns.
• Supporting the cleanliness and presentation of buildings and external areas.
• Assisting with health and safety checks, including fire safety and security inspections.
• Setting up rooms, furniture and equipment for meetings, events and exams.
• Monitoring contractors on site and ensuring compliance with procedures.
• Assisting with site security, including responding to alarms and emergencies as required.
• Ensuring pathways, entrances and outdoor areas are safe and accessible.
• Monitoring stock levels of site supplies and reporting replenishment needs.
• Willing to work flexibly to support the school's operational needs.

Skills

Reliable

Proactive

Enthusiastic

Job description

We are looking for a reliable, proactive and enthusiastic Caretaker to join our Facilities Team. This is a varied and rewarding role, responsible for supporting the smooth running of the school site and ensuring it remains safe, secure, clean and well-maintained for pupils, staff and visitors. Working closely with colleagues across the school, you will contribute to creating a positive and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.

Hours of Work: 25 hours per week, All year around. 7.00am - 12pm Monday to Friday

Duties will include (although this list is not exhaustive):

• Opening and securing the school site in accordance with school procedures.
• Carrying out routine inspections of the school buildings and grounds to ensure they are safe, secure and well-maintained.
• Undertaking minor repairs, maintenance tasks and general caretaking duties across the site.
• Identifying and reporting maintenance issues, defects and health and safety concerns.
• Supporting the cleanliness and presentation of the school buildings and external areas.
• Assisting with health and safety checks, including fire safety and security inspections.
• Setting up rooms, furniture and equipment for meetings, events, examinations and school activities.
• Monitoring contractors on site and ensuring compliance with school procedures.
• Assisting with the management of site security, including responding to alarms and emergencies where required.
• Ensuring pathways, entrances and outdoor areas are kept safe and accessible.
• Monitoring stock levels of site supplies and reporting replenishment requirements.

Working flexibly to support the operational needs of the school and undertaking other duties appropriate to the role.

We can offer a commitment to your professional development, the opportunity to work in partnership with colleagues from primary and secondary schools across the MAT, and the chance to be a part of something truly special.

If you have any questions, please email the recruitment team [e-mail]

Safeguarding

Northern Star Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post requires an enhanced DBS check. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.