Relief Assistant Caretaker – Flexible Hours, Training Provided

Springwell Leeds Academy - East; Leeds; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Wellspring Academy Trust in Leeds is seeking a relief assistant caretaker to join the estates team on a casual, zero-hours basis. You will help keep learning environments clean, safe and welcoming for pupils, with duties including basic maintenance and reporting faults. Interviews will be held virtually; DBS checks are required given work with children.

This flexible role is ideal for reliable individuals seeking occasional work, with on-site duties and a strong focus on health and safety.

Qualifications

• A reliable, hardworking individual who takes pride in maintaining a safe, clean environment for pupils and staff.
• Someone comfortable doing practical and physical work, including basic maintenance, repairs, and handling equipment.
• A trustworthy team player capable of acting on their own initiative and acting as a key holder when required.
• Someone committed to following Health & Safety guidelines, safe chemical storage, and safeguarding policies.
• Someone who requires flexible hours and is happy to be called upon for relief shift work as and when required.

Responsibilities

• Taking responsibility for cleaning specified areas, following the Trust’s standards and methods.
• Carrying out caretaking duties as directed by the Estates Manager or Head of School, including minor DIY repairs to the building fabric or equipment.
• Safely storing all cleaning equipment and materials in designated areas after use.
• Proactively reporting any equipment faults, issues, or material shortages directly to your immediate supervisor.
• Participating in required staff training to ensure all health and safety, COSHH, and safeguarding standards are strictly met and maintained.

Job description

Wellspring Academy Trust in Leeds is seeking a relief assistant caretaker to join the estates team on a casual, zero-hours basis. You will help keep learning environments clean, safe and welcoming for pupils, with duties including basic maintenance and reporting faults. Interviews will be held virtually; DBS checks are required given work with children.

This flexible role is ideal for reliable individuals seeking occasional work, with on-site duties and a strong focus on health and safety.