School Site Manager

St. Joseph's RC Primary School; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused primary school in Manchester is seeking a committed caretaker to ensure site security and maintenance. This role involves performing daily safety checks, keeping the environment clean, and responding to maintenance needs. Experience in caretaking is preferred. The ideal candidate must be flexible, provide problem-solving abilities, and be willing to undergo training. Applications close on 8 December 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience of caretaking or maintenance preferred.
• Handyperson knowhow essential for repairs.
• Willingness to undertake appropriate training.

Responsibilities

• Maintain site security and operate alarm systems.
• Conduct daily and monthly health and safety checks.
• Keep the site orderly, clean, and safe.

Skills

Team player

Problem-solving

Well-organized

Flexible

Job description

Caretaker - Grade 4 point 7 (£11’315)

Permanent: 15 hours per week (6:30 am – 9:30 am Monday to Friday)

Start date: As soon as possible (pending pre‑employment and safeguarding checks)

The Governing Body of St Joseph’s RC Primary School are seeking to appoint an exceptional caretaker for this friendly and forward‑thinking school. An approachable, reliable and flexible person is required for undertaking this rewarding and busy role within our school.

We require a team player with a ‘can do’ attitude who is a handy problem‑solver, well‑organised and thorough in their work.

Responsibilities

The post requires a competent individual who will keep site security at the forefront, operate alarm systems as well as respond to possible call‑outs and provide emergency access to the site. The position requires effective maintenance of the building and grounds.

Routine duties are to keep the site orderly, clean and safe with daily, weekly and monthly checks as set out through Health and Safety guidance, for example:

• Emergency lighting checks
• Water temperature checks
• Playground equipment checks
• Litter‑picking and leaf‑fall removal
• Recycling and waste arrangements
• Topping up soap and towels
• Decorating and maintenance of flooring

There may be other jobs which are needed from time to time such as new furniture assembly, painting, covering school events or lettings.

Qualifications and Experience

Experience of caretaking, site security or maintenance would be desirable. Our building is old and requires care and sometimes repair so a handyperson knowhow is essential.

A willingness to undertake appropriate training is also essential.

Having asbestos awareness training would be an advantage, but training can be arranged.

A commitment to safe working so that we can empower pupils to achieve success is essential. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Application Process

The application form and job description are available on our school website: https://st-josephs.manchester.sch.uk

Completed applications should be emailed to: [e-mail]

Closing date for receipt of applications is 12 pm midday 8 December 2025.