Job Description

Winterbourne Academy

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Lead Caretaker

PAY SCALE:

Grade 9 29,540 to 32,061

HOURS OF WORK:

Permanent, Full time, All Year Round

CLOSING DATE:

09:00 am on Monday 2nd February 2026

Winterbourne Academy are looking for a committed and flexible Lead Caretaker to join the busy team.

The Lead Caretaker is responsible for supporting the Facilities Manager in the safe and efficient running of all aspects of the daily facilities operation at the academy, including all aspects of site maintenance, non-structural repairs, heating, ventilation, safety, security and cleanliness. They will be responsible for the daily management of the lunchbreak supervision and Caretaking team and will be required to deputise in the absence of the Facilities Manager.

The successful candidate must have be able to work professionally and independently using initiative and thrive in a busy and demanding role. They will possess a range of practical skills in order to contribute to the general site maintenance and improvement works and be fit and able to cope with the physically challenging duties of a Site Supervisor and Lead Caretaker.

They will have a sound understanding of health and safety including COSHH, Risk Assessments. They will have excellent organisational/time management skills. They will be able to work logically, resourcefully, proactively, and efficiently. They will be a confident communicator and enjoy building and maintaining successful, professional relationships with colleagues and external parties and have a positive approach to providing excellent customer service. Experience as a supervisor and qualifications in Health and Safety are desirable.

Please note that although the refers to Lettings teams, in this role at Winterbourne you will not have any responsibility for lettings, this is only relevant for other sites within The Olympus Academy Trust.

The successful candidate will possess a range of practical skills in order to contribute to the general site maintenance and improvement works and be fit and able to cope with the physically challenging duties of a lead caretaker. They will have a sound understanding of Health and Safety and well developed administration and organisational skills ensuring that important activities are completed with tight timescales and with accuracy. They will be able to work logically, resourcefully, proactively and efficiently. Experience as a supervisor and qualification in Health and Safety are desirable.

Our Philosophy as an Employer

Our overarching aim and vision is for our schools to deliver an exceptional education for children and young people, ensuring that students have access to the highest standards of teaching, resources and learning opportunities.

We are ambitious for our academies. We live in a demanding educational landscape that brings with it challenges, but also opportunities. We are excited by the opportunities for talented and inspirational educators to make an impact and create a powerful legacy.

We seek applicants for our roles who can align with our vision and have the talent, drive and determination to deliver that vision successfully. We support all our schools with our leadership and management, school improvement, legal, financial, administrative, admissions, marketing, premises, safeguarding and HR expertise.

We think our roles are tremendously exciting ones to perform supported by the expert Olympus team. We are inspired by our academies' journey and consider it a great privilege to design and develop a 21st century school education. We will be very interested to hear your ideas and aspirations too. We are looking for staff who will deliver an exceptional education for the young people in our care.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Annual pay progression opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Corporate membership of Bristol Zoo/Wild Place at reduced rates

Free onsite parking

Coaching/Counselling services

Termly and annual staff recognition and awards scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Closing date: Monday 2nd February 2026

Date of Interviews:

TBC

The Olympus Academy Trust - Winterbourne Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants will be required to undergo security and vetting processes appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure & Barring Service. We have a suite of safeguarding procedures, policies and guidance for all of our staff and volunteers to ensure we actively promote children and young people's welfare and safety. Moreover, as part of the safer recruitment process we will carry out online searches as part of the recruitment process. Details of online accounts will be requested at application stage.

We apply Equal, Diversity and Inclusion at all stages of recruitment and selection. We carry out shortlisting, interviewing and selection without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Those with disabilities meeting the minimum requirements for the post will be shortlisted and will make reasonable adjustments to ensure they are not disadvantaged during the interview process. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, as they are under-represented within the Trust.

We offer the opportunity of flexible working patterns where possible to assist with a work/life balance and welcome applications from people wishing to work on a part-time or job share basis for all roles including full time. We are happy to discuss flexible working from day one.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 29,540.00-32,061.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme On-site parking
Experience:

janitorial: 1 year (preferred)
Language:

English (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person