Temporary School Caretaker

TeacherActive; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Dedicated consultant

CPD access

Ongoing support

Long-term opportunities

Flexible assignments

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking reliable Site Managers / Caretakers to provide temporary and casual cover across schools in Birmingham. You will help keep premises safe, secure, clean and well maintained to support pupils, staff and visitors.

Ideal candidates have prior experience as a School Site Manager or Caretaker and are comfortable with flexible assignments. DBS checks and Right to Work in the UK are part of the compliance process.

Qualifications

• Have previous experience working as a School Site Manager or Caretaker.
• Be willing to undertake temporary and casual assignments.
• Have good practical maintenance and general site management skills.
• Have a strong awareness of health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Opening and securing the school premises.
• Carrying out routine site and security checks.
• Completing basic maintenance and minor repairs.
• Monitoring the general condition of the school site.
• Supporting health and safety procedures across the premises.
• Reporting maintenance concerns and potential hazards.
• Liaising with school staff, contractors and external visitors.
• Supporting with the cleanliness and presentation of the school site.
• Responding to urgent site issues when required.
• Ensuring the premises provide a safe environment for pupils and staff.

Job description

Location: Birmingham, Alum Rock
Salary: £14.25 - £18 per hour
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Temporary / Casual
Hours: Flexible, dependent on school requirements

Introduction to the Role

TeacherActive is looking to recruit reliable and experienced Site Managers / Caretakers to provide temporary and casual cover across schools and educational settings throughout Birmingham.

This role would be ideal for somebody who has previously worked as a School Site Manager, Caretaker or Site Manager and is happy to undertake flexible, casual assignments when schools require additional site support or cover.

You will play an important role in ensuring school premises remain safe, secure, clean and well maintained, helping to create a positive environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

We work with welcoming and supportive schools that are committed to providing safe learning environments and achieving the best possible outcomes for their pupils.

Candidate Requirements

• Have previous experience working as a School Site Manager or Caretaker.
• Alternatively, have relevant previous experience working as a Site Manager.
• Be willing to undertake temporary and casual assignments.
• Have good practical maintenance and general site management skills.
• Have a strong awareness of health and safety.
• Be reliable, punctual and able to work independently.
• Have strong communication and organisational skills.
• Be comfortable working within a school environment.
• Be flexible regarding assignments and working hours where required.

Key Responsibilities

• Opening and securing the school premises.
• Carrying out routine site and security checks.
• Completing basic maintenance and minor repairs.
• Monitoring the general condition of the school site.
• Supporting health and safety procedures across the premises.
• Reporting maintenance concerns and potential hazards.
• Liaising with school staff, contractors and external visitors.
• Supporting with the cleanliness and presentation of the school site.
• Responding to urgent site issues when required.
• Ensuring the premises provide a safe environment for pupils and staff.

Compliance Requirements

• Provide two professional references from recent employers.
• Hold an Enhanced DBS Certificate on the Update Service, where possible.
• Be willing to obtain a new Enhanced DBS through TeacherActive if they do not currently hold a suitable certificate.
• Have the Right to Work in the UK.
• Complete TeacherActive's required safeguarding and compliance checks before commencing work.

Benefits of Working Through TeacherActive

• Competitive rates of pay.
• A dedicated recruitment consultant.
• Access to CPD and training opportunities.
• Ongoing support throughout your placements.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent work.
• Flexible temporary and casual assignments to suit your availability.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment