School Caretaker

Mitie Cleaning & Hygiene Services; Luton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a School Caretaker, where you will play a vital role in maintaining a safe and clean environment for students. This position offers a chance to develop your skills while ensuring high service standards and adherence to safety policies. With a focus on teamwork and communication, you will be responsible for various duties, including emergency cleaning, equipment maintenance, and supporting school functions. Enjoy a range of benefits and opportunities for career growth in a diverse and inclusive workplace that values your contributions.

Benefits

Flexible benefits scheme

Virtual GP

Financial wellbeing assistance

High street discounts

Cycle-to-work scheme

Life cover

Savings schemes

Employee recognition programs

Qualifications

• Experience in caretaking preferred but training can be provided.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and safety within the school premises.
• Monitor helpdesk jobs and ensure timely resolution.
• Conduct planned and ad hoc maintenance tasks.

Skills

Caretaking experience

Reliability

Teamwork

Communication

Self-driven

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Approved chemicals

Job description

Join us and help deliver the exceptional, every day.

Job Title: School Caretaker

Rate of Pay: £12.81 per hour

Hours: 40 hours per week

Position Type: Permanent

Type of Employment: Full Time

Location: Lea Manor High School, Northwell Drive, Luton, Bedfordshire, England, LU3 3TL

Job Information

Deliver excellent service standards for a Mitie customer. Ensure the contract service delivery is of a high standard, meeting all SLA agreements.

Main Duties

1. Undertake all training required to deliver the caretaking role.
2. Adhere to all Mitie Quality, Safety, Health and Environmental policies and procedures.
3. Ensure all equipment is kept clean, well maintained, and in safe working order.
4. Have a full working knowledge of all cleaning equipment, materials, and approved chemicals used by Mitie.
5. Be responsible for proper maintenance, cleaning, security, and safety within the school premises and grounds.
6. Undertake cleaning of slippery floors, spillages, bodily fluids, and other emergency cleaning.
7. Monitor all helpdesk jobs issued and address/close within assigned timelines and SLAs.
8. Act as key holder and unlock/lock buildings to provide access as required.
9. Carry out all planned and ad hoc porterage in line with SLAs and school requests.
10. Keep internal and grounds areas free from litter.
11. Act as first attendee to helpdesk jobs and resolve or feedback requirements.
12. Empty external/internal bins.
13. Set up rooms for examinations or school functions and restore layout afterwards.
14. Carry out all PPM tasks as required, including weekly fire alarm and sprinkler tests and monthly emergency light tests.
15. Cover out-of-hours building use on a rota system.
16. Ensure access for contractors and escort them if relevant DBS clearance is not available.
17. Adhere to all Safeguarding Policies and raise concerns as per Mitie policy.
18. Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
19. Undertake any other duties within capability as needed.

What We Are Looking For

1. Caretaking experience is preferred but training can be provided.
2. Reliable, hardworking, with a professional attitude.
3. Ability to work to a schedule and as part of a team.
4. Capable of working independently where appropriate.
5. Open and honest communication.
6. Self-driven and determined.
7. Desire for continuous improvement in service delivery.

Mitie is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will undergo an enhanced DBS check and references. If you work in regulated activity, additional legal considerations apply.

Benefits

Our flexible benefits scheme includes a virtual GP, financial wellbeing assistance, benefits platform choices, high street discounts, cycle-to-work scheme, life cover, savings schemes, and employee recognition programs.

Career Development

We offer diverse training and development opportunities to support your career growth.

Inclusive Recruitment

We welcome applicants with disabilities or long-term conditions and will make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.

About Mitie

Since 1987, Mitie has employed 72,000 people worldwide, providing facilities management and professional services across various sectors, including banking, government, hospitals, and schools.

Join our Mitie Team

Together our diversity makes us stronger.