School Caretaker

Pathways Learning Centre; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful difference

Supportive team

Variety of role

Training & development

Valued culture

Growing Trust

Recognition

Job summary

Pathways Learning Centre, part of Enable Trust, is seeking a conscientious Caretaker to help keep the school safe, clean and well-presented. The role supports pupils, staff and visitors by maintaining a welcoming environment and responding to day-to-day site needs.

The position involves varied tasks, including routine maintenance, health and safety checks, opening/closing the site and assisting with room setup for activities. 25 hours per week, permanent contract.

Qualifications

• Hands-on maintenance and caretaking experience in a school or similar environment.
• Reliable, self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Committed to high standards and safety responsibilities.
• Able to identify problems, find solutions and respond to unexpected situations.
• Organised and safety-conscious with good communication skills.
• Friendly and approachable with a customer-focused mindset.
• Flexible and willing to support the wider school community.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, secure and welcoming school environment for pupils, staff and visitors.
• Carry out routine maintenance, minor repairs and site improvements.
• Undertake health and safety checks and address issues as appropriate.
• Open and secure the site, buildings and facilities per requirements.
• Support contractors and monitor works on site.
• Assist with site security and emergency procedures.

Skills

Maintenance

Caretaking

Health & safety

Job description

Caretaker - Pathways Learning Centre£25,583-£25,989 full-time equivalent (actual salary for part-time working £14,862 - £15,104) - Pay award pending25 hours per week, All Year Round, PermanentSplit shifts: 07:00 - 09:00 & 15:00 - 18:00, Monday-Friday

Do you take pride in creating safe, welcoming and well-maintained environments where others can thrive?

At Enable Trust, we're passionate about achieving the very best outcomes for children and young people. We know that great learning environments don't happen by chance. They are created by dedicated people who take pride in their work and care about the communities they serve.

We're looking for a Caretaker to join our team. You'll play an important role in helping to ensure our school remains safe, secure, clean and well-presented, providing an environment where pupils, staff and visitors feel welcome and supported.

This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. From carrying out routine maintenance and site inspections to supporting health and safety and responding to the day-to-day needs of the school, you'll be a valued member of the team whose work has a direct impact on the experience of everyone who uses the site.

What you’ll be doing

• Helping to maintain a safe, secure and welcoming school environment for pupils, staff and visitors.
• Carrying out routine maintenance, minor repairs and site improvements.
• Undertaking regular health and safety checks and reporting or addressing issues as appropriate.
• Opening and securing the site, buildings and facilities in line with operational requirements.
• Supporting contractors and monitoring works carried out on site.
• Assisting with site security, emergency procedures and compliance requirements.
• Maintaining external areas, grounds and outdoor spaces to a high standard.
• Supporting the preparation of rooms and facilities for school activities and events.
• Taking pride in the appearance, cleanliness and overall presentation of the site.

Who we’re looking for

• Practical and hands‑on, with experience in maintenance, caretaking, facilities or a similar role.
• Reliable and self‑motivated, with the ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Committed to maintaining high standards and taking pride in a job well done.
• Able to identify problems, find solutions and respond positively to unexpected situations.
• Organised and safety‑conscious, with a good understanding of health and safety responsibilities.
• Friendly and approachable, with excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Flexible and willing to support the wider needs of the school community.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

About us:

Our mission is “working together passionately to achieve the best outcomes in our specialised SEND and Alternative Provision settings". Enable Trust is a specialist school and Alternative Provision (AP) Multi Academy Trust based in South Gloucestershire. We established in 2018, when our founding schools, Culverhill and New Siblands came together with a shared mission. Since then we’ve opened up Two Bridges Academy, and welcomed Pathways Learning Centre into the Trust, and we’re excited to be on track to be on a growth trajectory. Our children and young people are at the heart of everything we do.

What we can offer

• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people every day.
• A welcoming and supportive team who value collaboration and mutual respect.
• A role with variety, responsibility and the chance to make a visible impact.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• A culture where people feel valued, supported and encouraged to grow.
• The chance to be part of a growing Trust with ambitious plans for the future.
• A workplace where your contribution is recognised and where every role plays an important part in achieving more together.

Join us in a role where your work helps create safe, welcoming and inspiring environments that enable pupils, staff and school communities to flourish.