Secondary School Caretaker - Bridgend

TeacherActive Limited.; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a dedicated Secondary School Caretaker to work in Bridgend and surrounding areas. You will maintain school buildings and grounds, perform minor repairs, and ensure a safe, welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

The role involves hands-on maintenance, security checks and collaboration with school staff and contractors to keep premises in good condition.

Qualifications

• Experience in caretaking, maintenance, facilities or site management.
• Experience in a secondary school or education setting is advantageous.
• Good practical skills for basic repairs and maintenance.
• Sound understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage workloads independently.
• Reliable, flexible and proactive approach.
• Good communication to build relationships with staff.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Willingness to undertake an enhanced DBS check and safeguarding requirements.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance and minor repairs around the school premises.
• Keep school buildings, facilities and grounds clean, tidy and safe.
• Open and secure the school premises as required.
• Complete routine health and safety checks and report concerns.
• Monitor site security to keep the environment safe.
• Carry out basic painting, decorating and upkeep tasks.
• Assist with moving and setting up furniture and resources.
• Coordinate with staff and external contractors on maintenance needs.
• Respond promptly to maintenance issues or emergencies.
• Support the wider school team to maintain high standards.

Skills

Caretaking experience

Maintenance tasks

Health and safety procedures

Organisational skills

Workload management (independent)

Communication with staff

Teamwork

DBS check willingness

Positive attitude

Job description

Secondary School Caretaker - Bridgend

Job Title: Secondary School Caretaker
Location: Bridgend, CF31, CF32 and Surrounding Areas
Start Date: Immediate Start
Salary: £14.25 per hour
Contract Type: Short-Term and Long-Term Opportunities

Are you a reliable and hardworking individual looking for your next opportunity as a Secondary School Caretaker in Bridgend?

Do you have experience in general maintenance, site management or caretaking and take pride in keeping buildings safe, secure and well-maintained?

Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can put your practical skills to good use while making a positive difference within a secondary school environment?

TeacherActive is currently recruiting a dedicated and experienced Secondary School Caretaker to work within a welcoming secondary school in Bridgend and the surrounding areas.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a hands-on role, takes pride in their work and is looking to become a valued member of a school community.

We have opportunities available for reliable and motivated individuals who are confident carrying out general maintenance duties and ensuring school premises remain safe, clean and well-maintained.

As a Secondary School Caretaker, you will play an important role in supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the school. You will be responsible for maintaining the school buildings and grounds, carrying out minor repairs and ensuring that the premises provide a safe and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

Your responsibilities as a Secondary School Caretaker will include:

• Carrying out general maintenance and minor repairs throughout the school premises

• Ensuring school buildings, facilities and grounds are kept clean, tidy and safe

• Opening and securing the school premises when required

• Completing routine health and safety checks and reporting any concerns

• Monitoring site security and ensuring the school environment remains safe

• Carrying out basic painting, decorating and general upkeep of the premises

• Supporting with the movement and setup of furniture, equipment and classroom resources

• Liaising with school staff and external contractors regarding maintenance requirements

• Responding promptly and efficiently to maintenance issues or emergencies

• Supporting the wider school team to ensure the premises are maintained to a high standard

The successful Secondary School Caretaker will have:

• Previous experience working in a caretaking, maintenance, facilities or site management role

• Experience working within a secondary school or educational environment would be advantageous

• Good practical skills and confidence carrying out basic repairs and maintenance tasks

• A sound understanding of health and safety procedures

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage workloads independently

• A reliable, flexible and proactive approach to work

• Good communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with school staff

• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team

• A willingness to undertake an enhanced DBS check and meet the safeguarding requirements for working within a school environment

• A positive att