Two-Site School Caretaker & Maintenance

Polaris Community; Haltwhistle; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Bank holidays

Company pension

Life assurance

Employee discount scheme

Medical cash

Job summary

North Lakes Children's Services is seeking a School Caretaker to maintain two school sites in Haltwhistle and Brampton. The role covers cleaning, maintenance, security, and health and safety to ensure a safe learning environment.

The successful candidate will have school caretaking experience, a full driving licence, be willing to travel between sites, complete an enhanced DBS check, and work 38.5 hours per week (full time) with options for part-time and job share.

Qualifications

• Previous caretaking experience within a school environment.
• Experience in building maintenance and security including alarm systems.
• Good knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Basic DIY skills.
• Ability to work with SEMH children.
• Full driving licence and access to own car.
• Willingness to travel between sites.
• DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Provide caretaker services to two school sites including cleaning and maintenance.
• Carry out cleaning, routine maintenance, minor repairs and refurbishments.
• Supervise school cleaning staff and promote health and safety.
• Manage security: lock/unlock, alarms, CCTV checks.
• Handle porterage and moving furniture, arrange quotes for larger repairs.
• Arrange annual deep clean and supervise tools and stock.
• Liaise with Head Teacher on premises issues.

Skills

Caretaking

Building maintenance

Security systems

Health & safety

Interpersonal skills

Literacy & numeracy

Driving licence

Travel between sites

SEMH awareness

Job description

North Lakes Children's Services is seeking a School Caretaker to maintain two school sites in Haltwhistle and Brampton. The role covers cleaning, maintenance, security, and health and safety to ensure a safe learning environment.

The successful candidate will have school caretaking experience, a full driving licence, be willing to travel between sites, complete an enhanced DBS check, and work 38.5 hours per week (full time) with options for part-time and job share.