School Caretaker

Equitas Group; Reading; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education service in Reading is seeking a proactive School Caretaker. The role involves ensuring the school site is secure and well maintained, performing maintenance tasks, and adhering to health & safety standards. Ideal candidates should have previous experience in similar roles and practical skills in repairs. This hands-on position requires strong organisational capabilities and initiative. Join a friendly team making a difference in the school environment.

Benefits

Friendly and supportive school community

Rewarding role with impact

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a caretaker, site manager, or facilities role.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Experience with maintenance, plumbing, and basic repairs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and ensure safety of school premises.
• Monitor heating, lighting, and water systems.
• Respond to emergencies and maintain safety records.

Skills

Practical skills in basic repairs

Good understanding of health & safety regulations

Organisational skills

Reliability

Job description

Overview

About the Role

Equitas are seeking a reliable and proactive School Caretaker to join a secondary school in Reading. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the school site is safe, secure, and well maintained, providing a welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors.

This is a hands-on role requiring flexibility, initiative, and a strong sense of responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day maintenance, basic repairs, and minor DIY tasks across the school site.
• Ensure the premises, grounds, and facilities are clean, safe, and secure at all times.
• Open and close the school buildings (including alarms, gates, and locking systems).
• Monitor and maintain heating, lighting, and water systems to ensure they operate effectively.
• Support with setting up rooms, furniture, and equipment for school events, meetings, or exams.
• Ensure health & safety standards are met in line with school and statutory requirements.
• Act as the first point of contact for contractors and oversee their work on site when required.
• Maintain records relating to maintenance, security, health & safety checks, and compliance.
• Undertake regular inspections of the premises and grounds to identify and resolve issues.
• Respond promptly to emergencies, including fire alarms, security incidents, or urgent repairs.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Previous experience in a caretaker, School caretaker, site manager, or facilities role (ideally within a school or similar environment).
• Practical skills in basic repairs, DIY, plumbing, and general maintenance.
• Good understanding of health & safety regulations.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Strong organisational skills and reliability.

Desirable:

• Experience working in a school or educational setting desirable but not essential

What We Offer

• A friendly and supportive school community.
• A varied and rewarding role where you will make a real difference in the day-to-day running of the school