School Caretaker — Immediate Start, Holiday Pay

Aspire People; Pontypridd; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

Free CPD and safeguarding training

Dedicated consultant support

Referral bonus up to £250

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting a School Caretaker to work within a school in the Rhondda Cynon Taf (RCT) area. The role focuses on keeping the school site safe, secure and welcoming, with responsibilities ranging from unlocking premises to basic repairs and safety checks.

We offer holiday pay, free CPD and dedicated consultant support. An immediate start is available, ideal for someone dependable who can work independently in a busy school setting.

Qualifications

• Practical maintenance tasks capability.
• Reliable, punctual and able to work independently.
• Proactive with good problem-solving skills.
• Health and safety conscious.
• Comfortable in a busy school environment.
• Professional and approachable with staff, pupils and visitors.
• Willing to complete safeguarding and compliance requirements for schools.

Responsibilities

• Open/secure the school premises, including locking/unlocking buildings and gates.
• Carry out routine site, security and health & safety checks.
• Complete minor maintenance and basic repairs.
• Identify and report faults, damage or maintenance issues.
• Check lighting, heating, doors, windows and other site facilities.
• Move furniture, equipment and deliveries around the school as required.
• Set up rooms and areas for lessons, meetings and events.
• Maintain external areas and keep pathways safe.
• Support with cleaning or spillages as required.
• Monitor contractors and visitors on site.
• Ensure equipment and maintenance supplies are stored safely.
• Respond promptly to urgent site or maintenance issues.
• Work closely with school staff to keep premises clean, safe and well maintained.

Skills

Reliable & practical

Health & safety aware

Proactive problem solving

Communication

Job description

Aspire People are recruiting a School Caretaker to work within a school in the Rhondda Cynon Taf (RCT) area. The role focuses on keeping the school site safe, secure and welcoming, with responsibilities ranging from unlocking premises to basic repairs and safety checks.

We offer holiday pay, free CPD and dedicated consultant support. An immediate start is available, ideal for someone dependable who can work independently in a busy school setting.