Reliable School Caretaker | Maintenance & Safety

TeacherActive; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking a Caretaker in Gateshead to support the day-to-day operation of a school premises from September, on a full-time, long-term basis. The role covers planned and reactive maintenance, opening and locking, security checks, porterage and housekeeping.

The successful candidate will have caretaking or facilities experience, a good understanding of health and safety, and a reliable, flexible approach to safeguarding staff and students while keeping the site safe and welcoming.

Qualifications

• Experience in caretaking, facilities, maintenance or site management.
• Ability to carry out general repairs and practical maintenance tasks.
• Good understanding of health and safety and safe working practices.
• Ability to carry out site inspections and maintain accurate records.
• Flexible approach to opening, locking, security and emergency site requirements.
• Reliable and professional with commitment to safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operation of the premises including planned and reactive maintenance.
• Open and lock the site and conduct security checks.
• Porterage, housekeeping, grounds maintenance as required.
• Ensure facilities remain safe and operational.

Skills

Caretaking experience

Facilities maintenance

Site management

Health and safety knowledge

Record-keeping

Job description

TeacherActive is seeking a Caretaker in Gateshead to support the day-to-day operation of a school premises from September, on a full-time, long-term basis. The role covers planned and reactive maintenance, opening and locking, security checks, porterage and housekeeping.

The successful candidate will have caretaking or facilities experience, a good understanding of health and safety, and a reliable, flexible approach to safeguarding staff and students while keeping the site safe and welcoming.