School Caretaker

Pertemps Birmingham Commercial; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic educational institution in Handsworth is seeking an experienced School Caretaker for a 6-12 month full-time contract. The caretaker will ensure the site is safe and well-maintained, handling a variety of maintenance tasks and supervising contractors. Candidates must have prior experience in a school setting and demonstrate strong organizational skills. An enhanced DBS check is required, and the role offers competitive pay of £15.86 to £17.30 per hour. This is an on-site position with morning or afternoon shifts available.

Qualifications

• Experience as a school caretaker or site experience is essential.
• Calm and patient when working around children.
• Strong organisational and practical maintenance skills.
• Reliable, flexible, and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Carry out proactive and reactive maintenance and repairs.
• Ensure site meets health, safety, and compliance requirements.
• Open and lock the school, manage alarm systems.
• Supervise contractors working on site.
• Monitor and order essential supplies.
• Assist with logistics for school events.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Practical maintenance skills

Calm, patient attitude

Flexible and proactive approach

Job description

School Caretaker (6‑12 Month Contract)

Our client, a busy school in Handsworth, is seeking an experienced School Caretaker to support the day‑to‑day running of the site and ensure a safe, clean, and well‑maintained environment for staff and pupils. This is a 6‑12 month contract, with the potential for extension depending on requirements.

Pay: £15.86‑£17.30 per hour
Location: Handsworth
Type: Full‑time, On‑site
Contract Length: 6‑12 months
Requirement: Enhanced DBS Check
Shift Pattern: Morning or Afternoon (to be negotiated once started)
Morning: 6:30 am – 2:30 pm
Afternoon: 10:30 am – 6:30 pm

Responsibilities

• Building & Grounds Maintenance: Carry out proactive and reactive maintenance, minor repairs, and general groundskeeping.
• Low Maintenance Jobs: Support with day‑to‑day, smaller maintenance tasks.
• Health & Safety: Ensure the site meets all health, safety, and statutory compliance requirements.
• Security: Open and lock the school, manage alarm systems, and respond to emergency call‑outs.
• Contractor Liaison: Supervise contractors working on site.
• Stock & Supplies: Monitor and order essential supplies.
• Event Support: Assist with logistics for school events and activities.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous school caretaker or school site experience is essential.
• A calm, patient attitude when working around children.
• Strong organisational and practical maintenance skills.
• A reliable, flexible, and proactive approach to work.

If you are interested, please click Apply or contact David Bristol.