School Facilities Caretaker (Part-Time, 25h)

Mitie Group plc.; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Mitie Group plc. in Darlington is seeking a part-time School Caretaker to uphold service standards, follow cleaning schedules, and respond to helpdesk requests across the school premises. The role covers maintenance of equipment, safety, and portering tasks, with a DBS check required and a commitment to safeguarding.

The position offers 25 hours per week at £13.31 per hour, permanent contract. Flexibility, independence, and teamwork are valued as you support out-of-hours building use and regular

Qualifications

• Previous caretaking experience (preferred but not essential).
• Reliable, hardworking, and professional attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Open, honest, self-driven, and determined.
• Commitment to safeguarding and confidentiality, with willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Undertake all required training and follow Mitie's Quality, Safety, Health and Environmental policies.
• Maintain equipment in clean, safe working order and understand all cleaning materials and chemicals used.
• Ensure proper maintenance, cleaning, security, and safety of school premises and grounds.
• Respond to helpdesk jobs, unlock/lock buildings, and carry out porterage and room setups.
• Perform PPM tasks including fire alarm tests, emergency light checks, and support out-of-hours building use.

Skills

Caretaking experience

Reliability

Teamwork

Independence

Integrity

DBS check

Job description

Mitie Group plc. in Darlington is seeking a part-time School Caretaker to uphold service standards, follow cleaning schedules, and respond to helpdesk requests across the school premises. The role covers maintenance of equipment, safety, and portering tasks, with a DBS check required and a commitment to safeguarding.

The position offers 25 hours per week at £13.31 per hour, permanent contract. Flexibility, independence, and teamwork are valued as you support out-of-hours building use and regular