School Caretaker

Surrey Hills CofE Primary School; Dorking; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local primary education institution in Dorking seeks a Caretaker to ensure that the school's buildings support teaching and learning efficiently. This role requires reliability, adaptability, and proficiency in manual handling tasks. The successful candidate will provide a security service, manage maintenance programs, and ensure the effective use of resources. The position offers flexible working hours, participation in the Local Government Pension Scheme, and support from the Trust network. The school is committed to safeguarding and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Supportive school team

Qualifications

• Able to carry out manual handling tasks.
• Must be well-organised and enthusiastic.
• Willingness to support colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Provide security and caretaking service to minimize risks.
• Ensure efficient use of materials and school premises.
• Plan and manage ongoing maintenance programs.

Skills

Reliability

Adaptability

Manual handling

Job description

We are looking for a skillful, well-organised and enthusiastic person to join our school team; someone who wants to make a difference and will take pride in making Surrey Hills an appealing place to be for students and staff alike. Reliability is essential, as is the ability to be adaptable and supportive to colleagues. Candidates must have the ability to carry out manual handling tasks.

Hours are 30 per week, Monday to Friday, working pattern is negotiable.

As Caretaker, your role will be to make sure our buildings and facilities support teaching and learning both inside and outside the classroom.

What you will do :

• Provide a security and caretaking service to the school to minimise risks to the health and safety of those using the school site
• Ensure the cost effective use of materials and equipment and participate in the efficient and economic use of the school premises.
• Plan and manage an ongoing maintenance programme of work

What we offer :

A supportive school team

Flexible Working

• Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme

You will also be part of the Trust’s Caretakers network with like-minded people who share knowledge and experience. Finally, you will be supported by the Trust’s Head of Building and Estates as well as senior school staff to ensure that you really do know that you are part of the Trust team. We reserve the right to employ a candidate before the closing date.

Safeguarding Statement

The Good Shepherd Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant pre-employment checks, including a Section 128 Check where appropriate.

Closing Date: 11:59pm, 16th Jan 2026

Interview Date(s): W / C 19th January

Safeguarding Statement

Surrey Hills CofE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be expected to undertake a full Disclosure and Barring Service Check.