School Caretaker

Fusion People; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Fusion People is seeking a reliable Caretaker to manage a school site in Knowsley. You will act as the link between the school and site management, covering maintenance, porterage, security and reception duties. Driving licence is essential and DBS check is required.

The role is based across Knowsley with occasional coverage of other school sites. Pay is £13.02 per hour PAYE, with a 37.5-hour week on 06:00-14:00 or 13:00-21:00 shifts; occasional weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS check required.
• Full driving licence essential.
• Own safety boots required (PPE provided).

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance and repairs, including fire alarm and L8 testing.
• Open and lock the building, and carry out regular site security tours.
• Maintain the visitor book and manage external contractors in line with H&S guidelines, issuing access permits as required.
• Carry out monthly meter readings and handle porterage requests.
• Manage the building when Community Use groups are on site.
• Respond promptly to school requests and reactive tasks during the school day.
• Follow COSHH, H&S and company procedures, keeping equipment, documentation and records in good order.
• Report any accidents, near misses, or health, safety and environmental issues.
• Work safely and on your own initiative as directed by the Site Manager.
• Attend training and complete out-of-hours overtime as required.

Skills

Reliable

Customer-focused

Education

Enhanced DBS check

Tools

Driving licence

Job description

We are looking for a reliable, customer-focused Caretaker to manage a school site. You’ll be the key link between the school and the site management team, covering all aspects of general site management, including planned and reactive building maintenance, porterage, security and reception duties.

You will most likely be based at one of two sites, which will be confirmed on offer. You may also be asked to cover other schools across Knowsley, so a driving licence is essential.

Location: Knowsley (schools across the borough)
Pay: £13.02 per hour (PAYE)
Contract: Temporary, initially until 31st December
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a 30-minute daily break

• Early shift: 06:00-14:00
• Late shift: 13:00-21:00
• Occasional weekend work required
• You must be flexible to cover both shifts

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance and repairs, including fire alarm and L8 testing
• Complete minor works such as painting and putting up notice boards
• Open and lock the building, and carry out regular site security tours
• Maintain the visitor book and manage external contractors in line with H&S guidelines, issuing access permits as required
• Carry out monthly meter readings and handle porterage requests
• Manage the building when Community Use groups are on site
• Respond promptly to school requests and reactive tasks during the school day
• Follow COSHH, H&S and company procedures, keeping equipment, documentation and records in good order
• Report any accidents, near misses, or health, safety and environmental issues
• Work safely and on your own initiative as directed by the Site Manager
• Attend training and complete out-of-hours overtime as required

Requirements

• Enhanced DBS check
• Full driving licence
• Own safety boots or shoes (PPE is provided)

Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability.