Job Description

Hours of work: 20 hours per week


Working pattern: Part-time/ 52 weeks


(As the position is part-time, the above salary will be pro rata)





Closing date: 09/10/2025 Midday


For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:


St. Thomas' CE Aided Primary School (Friar's Rd, Winchelsea TN36 4ED)


Phone: 0208 969 2810


Email: info-st@stfed.rbkc.sch.uk


Website: https://www.stfed.rbkc.sch.uk/




Please note, we do not accept CVs.




The Governing Board of St Thomas' Church of England Aided Primary School is seeking to appoint a reliable, practical and highly motivated Premises Manager / Caretaker to join our dedicated team.


We are a supportive and welcoming Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School, situated in the beautiful historic town of Winchelsea. With 147 children on roll, our school is well known for its strong community spirit and inclusive Christian ethos.


This is a part-time role of 20 hours per week, all year round (52-week contract).


During term time, the successful candidate would ideally be available to open the school each morning, Monday to Friday, from around 7:00am, working approximately four hours daily. Although hours can be flexible upon discussion. During school holidays, hours are more flexible and will be arranged to support whole-school projects and maintenance work.





Main Duties and Responsibilities:


Open and secure the school site daily, ensuring the premises are safe and ready for staff and pupils. Take responsibility for the day-to-day maintenance, security and upkeep of the school buildings and grounds. Carry out minor repairs and DIY tasks and liaise with contractors for larger works. Ensure the school complies with health & safety regulations, including regular checks, record keeping and risk assessments. Oversee cleaning and site staff, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation. Maintain the school grounds including grass cutting. Support the Headteacher and Governors in developing and improving the school site and facilities.
The successful candidate will have:


Practical skills in maintenance, repairs and basic DIY. An understanding of health & safety regulations and a commitment to safe working practices. Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks. Reliability, flexibility and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. A commitment to supporting the ethos and values of our Church of England school.
What we offer:


A supportive and friendly working environment. An important and valued role at the heart of our school community. Opportunities for training and development. Engaged and appreciative staff, pupils and families.


Visits to the school are warmly encouraged.




To arrange a visit and request an application pack, please contact the school office on 01797 226479 or email office@st-thomas-winchelsea.e-sussex.sch.uk . Closing date for applications: Thursday 9th October 2025 - 12:00pm
Interviews to be held: Monday 13th October 2025
To apply, please contact the school office on 01797 226479 or email office@st-thomas-winchelsea.e-sussex.sch.uk to request an application pack.




Safeguarding Statement
St Thomas' Church of England Aided Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.


The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and all relevant pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.


Applicants must disclose any unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands or warnings as specified under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.







This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.


The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations.


If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.



Additional Information



This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record .



All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school's Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.