Caretaker

Stockport, ENG, GB, United Kingdom

Job Description

Hursthead Infant School

Kirkstead Road

Cheadle Hulme

SK8 7PZ

0161 439 2238



Caretaker (with cleaning responsibilities)

37 hours per week, split shift (6.00am 9.30am, Monday to Friday and 2.00pm 6.00pm Monday to Thursday, 2.00pm 5.30pm Friday).

Actual Hours can be negotiated



An exciting opportunity has arisen for a hardworking, reliable and committed caretaker to join our friendly team at Hursthead Infant School.



The Governors at Hursthead Infant School wish to appoint a motivated individual who is highly organised, proactive, flexible and prides themselves on meticulous attention to detail.



The successful candidate will demonstrate that he/she is able to:

Work flexibly with colleagues within a strong team

Communicate positively and effectively with children, staff, parents and contractors

Meet constant challenges with determination, and resilience

Organise and prioritise their own workload

Be pro-active and contribute to wider school life



He /she will play an integral part in the safe and efficient operation of the school site, including:

Securing the site and operating systems such as intruder and fire alarms

Cleaning to a high standard

General maintenance duties and minor repairs

Key holder responsibilities

Effective communication with the school team and liaison with contractors

Accurate and effective record keeping

Preparation/ set up of school events including out of hours meetings and performances



There will be a requirement to work late on certain evenings to accommodate school events as well as to respond to emergency call outs in unsociable hours. We are happy to discuss flexible working with the right candidate.



In return we offer:



A happy school environment with a nurturing ethos centred on 'We care, we learn, we belong'

Friendly, motivated and caring children who are keen to learn

A clear commitment to professional development of all staff

A supportive, hardworking and friendly staff team who are committed to providing the best for our children

A successful, happy and forward thinking whole school community



Visits to the school are highly encouraged and can be arranged by contacting the school. Alternatively, prospective candidates can telephone to discuss this position further with Karen Grant, Headteacher on 0161 439 2238.

Hursthead Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.



The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check and proof of Right to Work in the UK, all qualifications verified and references will be obtained prior to the time of the interview.



Closing Date:

Friday 19 September 2025

Interviews:

Week Commencing 22 September 2025

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with further details of the interview process.

Please note that unsuccessful candidates will not be contacted.



All applications must be completed on the application form provided, in the format of a word document only, and submitted electronically to headteacher@hursthead-inf.stockport.sch.uk



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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3726796
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Stockport, ENG, GB, United Kingdom
  • Education
    Not mentioned