School Caretaker & Facilities Champion

Polaris Community; Leeds; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days’ annual leave

Bank holidays

Company pension

Life assurance

Employee Discount Scheme

Medical Cash Plan

Job summary

Polaris Education – Ormston School in Headingley, Leeds, seeks a School Caretaker on a full-time, permanent basis. The role covers cleaning, maintenance, porterage and security to keep pupils safe and premises well-maintained.

The successful candidate will ensure a safe, welcoming environment, supervise cleaning staff, manage repairs, and coordinate with the Headteacher on health, safety and security matters.

Qualifications

• Previous property maintenance or caretaking experience within a school environment is preferred.
• Experience with building maintenance and minor repairs.
• Experience with security systems and alarm systems.
• Good knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Basic DIY skills and ability to work with contractors.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean, safe and secure school premises, including buildings and grounds.
• Carry out cleaning, handyperson duties, routine maintenance, minor repairs and porterage.
• Supervise school cleaning staff when required.
• Promote health and safety throughout the school.
• Carry out daily cleaning and ad hoc duties, including waste disposal.
• Maintain security of the premises as main key holder and manage alarms.
• Check end of day that windows, doors, lights and appliances are off.
• Coordinate larger repairs and obtain quotes from contractors.
• Carry out regular health and safety checks and report issues to Headteacher.

Skills

Caretaking experience

Property maintenance

Security systems knowledge

Health and safety awareness

Communication with contractors

Driving licence

Tools

Security systems

Alarm systems

Job description

Polaris Education – Ormston School in Headingley, Leeds, seeks a School Caretaker on a full-time, permanent basis. The role covers cleaning, maintenance, porterage and security to keep pupils safe and premises well-maintained.

The successful candidate will ensure a safe, welcoming environment, supervise cleaning staff, manage repairs, and coordinate with the Headteacher on health, safety and security matters.