School Caretaker

North Lakes Children's Services; Brampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

North Lakes Children's Services in the United Kingdom seeks a school caretaker responsible for maintaining clean, safe premises, basic repairs, and security across two sites. You will supervise cleaning staff, manage health and safety checks, and liaise with the Head Teacher to ensure smooth operation.

The role requires a full driving licence, experience in school maintenance and a proactive approach to safeguarding, with willingness to travel between sites and respond to after-hours needs.

Qualifications

• Previous caretaking experience within a school environment.
• Full driving licence and access to own car.
• Ability to work with SEMH children.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean, safe and secure school premises including building and grounds.
• Carry out cleaning, routine maintenance and small repairs.
• Supervise school cleaning staff and coordinate with contractors as needed.
• Promote health and safety across the schools and report issues to Head Teacher.

Skills

Health & safety

Interpersonal skills

DIY skills

Driving licence

Team working

Tools

CCTV systems

Alarm systems

Locking systems

Job description

• Maintaining clean, safe and secure school premises, which includes building and grounds;
• Carrying out cleaning, handy person activities, routine maintenance and refurbishment, and minor repairs;
• Some supervision of school cleaning staff;
• Promoting health and safety around the schools
• Carry out porterage duties, such as moving furniture and equipment around the school
• Maintain the general school premises, furniture and fittings, and reporting any issues to the Head Teacher
• Carry out small repairs and DIY projects
• Arrange larger repairs and obtain quotes from contractors
• Carry out daily cleaning and ad-hoc duties, such as litter picking and arranging the disposal of waste
• Carry out emergency cleaning duties, such as gritting and cleaning up spillages
• Arrange an annual deep clean of classrooms, staffrooms, kitchen, dining areas, food tech areas and other frequently used spaces on school premises
• Take responsibility of the maintenance of cleaning tools and products, including arranging replacements and ensuring good stock levels
• Maintain the security of the school premises as the main key holder
• Lock and unlock the premises as required, including out of schools hours when necessary
• Check at the end of the school day that all windows, doors and gates are locked, lights switched off, and gas and electrical appliances are turned off
• Set security alarm systems, report any potential security breaches, and respond to any alarms or other call outs following agreed procedures
• Carry out regular checks of CCTV and alarm systems, locks, fire safety appliances, security gates and perimeter fencing, and ensure any necessary repairs are actioned
• Advise the Head Teacher on all matters relating to school's security and safety Ensure a safe working and learning environment in accordance with relevant legislation
• Carry out and record regular health and safety checks, including on legionella risk, play equipment, safety equipment, and any hazards on school premises, report any problems to the Head Teacher
• Provide safe access to the school's in cold weather conditions
• Previous caretaking experience within a school environment
• Previous experience of building maintenance
• Previous experience of security including alarm systems
• Good knowledge and understanding of health and safety regulations
• Basic DIY Skills
• Good Interpersonal skills to protect the school's interests in dealing with contractors and other visitors to the site
• Good literacy and numeracy skills
• Ability to work in an environment with SEMH children
• Full driving licence and access to own car
• Willingness to travel between both sites

North Lakes Children's Services is a well-established local provider of residential care and education for boys aged 7-18. We improve the resilience, self-esteem and abilities of all the young people we work with.