School Caretaker – 30h/Week, Term-Time Plus 4

The County High School, Leftwich; Northwich; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

The County High School Leftwich in Northwich is seeking a flexible Caretaker to join the site management team on a permanent, part-time basis (Term Time plus 4 weeks). The role covers building maintenance, security, and supervising the cleaning team across the school site.

You will be responsible for keeping the buildings safe and well‑maintained, carrying out minor repairs, acting as a registered key holder, and supporting daily facilities operations in a busy secondary school environment.

Qualifications

• Good literacy and numeracy are required.
• Desirable joinery or electrical qualification.
• Understanding of Health & Safety requirements is essential.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the building, games area and outside play areas.
• Carry out minor repairs and general maintenance tasks.
• As a registered key holder, ensure security of the premises and contents.
• Manage the cleaning team and support their activities to maintain standards.

Skills

Literacy and numeracy

Health & safety knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Joinery qualification

Electrical qualification

Job description

The County High School Leftwich in Northwich is seeking a flexible Caretaker to join the site management team on a permanent, part-time basis (Term Time plus 4 weeks). The role covers building maintenance, security, and supervising the cleaning team across the school site.

You will be responsible for keeping the buildings safe and well‑maintained, carrying out minor repairs, acting as a registered key holder, and supporting daily facilities operations in a busy secondary school environment.