School Caretaker in Doncaster)

Academics; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay included

PAYE payroll

Dedicated local consultant

Free safeguarding training

Professional development

Job summary

Academics is actively recruiting a School Caretaker for a secondary school in Doncaster on a temporary Autumn Term basis. The role supports daily upkeep, maintenance and security, ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for pupils and staff.

You will join a small site team, performing repairs, basic plumbing and carpentry, and contribute to fire safety checks and site cleanliness. Strong teamwork and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous caretaking, maintenance or site management experience.
• Experience with minor repairs and general maintenance.
• Knowledge of plumbing, carpentry, painting and decorating.
• Understanding of fire safety procedures.
• GCSEs in Maths and English.
• Ability to work as part of a small team.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Enhanced DBS certificate, or willingness to obtain one.
• Availability to work during school holidays.

Responsibilities

• Carry out minor repairs and general maintenance.
• Basic plumbing and carpentry work.
• Painting and decorating as required.
• Support fire safety duties and site checks.
• Maintain outdoor areas and litter picking.
• Assist with security and upkeep of the school premises.
• Work collaboratively with the site team.

Skills

Caretaking experience

Maintenance knowledge

Health & Safety procedures

Communication

Teamwork

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

Tools

Basic plumbing

Carpentry

Job description

School Caretaker - Doncaster

Are you an experienced School Caretaker looking for your next opportunity in Doncaster?

Academics, an established education agency, are actively recruiting for a School Caretaker to join a secondary education setting in the Doncaster area on a temporary basis for the Autumn Term.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced School Caretaker in Doncaster to join a supportive site team and play an important role in maintaining a safe, secure and well-presented school environment.

About the Role

Working as a School Caretaker in Doncaster, you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day upkeep, maintenance and security of the school site.

The successful School Caretaker will work as part of a small team and carry out a range of practical duties to ensure the premises remain safe, functional and welcoming for pupils, staff and visitors.

Your duties may include:

• Carrying out minor repairs and general maintenance
• Basic plumbing and carpentry work
• Painting and decorating where required
• Supporting with fire safety duties and site checks
• Maintaining outdoor areas and carrying out litter picking
• Assisting with the general security and upkeep of the school premises
• Working collaboratively with other members of the site team

Working Hours

• Monday to Thursday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
• Friday: 9:00am - 4:00pm
• 5 days per week
• Temporary role for the Autumn Term
• Availability to work during school holidays is essential

All mandatory training will be provided.

School Caretaker Requirements

To be considered for this School Caretaker role in Doncaster, you should have:

• Previous caretaking, maintenance, facilities or site management experience
• Practical experience carrying out minor repairs and general maintenance
• Knowledge or experience of plumbing, carpentry, painting and decorating
• Understanding of fire safety procedures
• Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and facilities management practices
• GCSEs in Maths and English
• The ability to work effectively as part of a small team
• Good communication and organisational skills
• A reliable, proactive and practical approach
• An Enhanced DBS Certificate, or willingness to obtain one
• Availability to work during school holidays

What Academics Offer

• Pay between £14.24 - £15 per hour, dependent on experience, inclusive of holiday pay
• Paid via PAYE - no umbrella company fees
• A dedicated local consultant providing ongoing support
• Free safeguarding training and access to further professional development
• The opportunity to gain valuable experience within a secondary school environment

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.