Job Description

St. Teresa's Catholic Primary School is seeking a reliable, hardworking and proactive School Caretaker to join our friendly team.

We are offering a range of flexible working patterns, including:

Split shift: 7:00-9:00 and 3:00-5:00 (20 hours per week) all year round.

Or AM: 7:00-11:00 (20 hours per week) all year round.

Other variations could be negotiated to suit the successful applicant.

Temporary or permanent contract options available.

Closing date is 1st December 2025 at Midday.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment for our children, staff and visitors.

Main duties include:

Unlocking and securing the school premises and acting as keyholder

Ensuring cleaning and hygiene supplies are well stocked

Liasing with contract cleaners and completing some cleaning responsibilities

Completing a range of weekly, monthly and quarterly health and safety checks, with accurate record keeping

Carrying out minor and general maintenance tasks around the site

Undertaking grounds maintenance, including lawn mowing, weeding and leaf collection

Supporting with deep cleaning tasks during school holidays (e.g. window cleaning, carpet washing)

Managing bin and recycling collections

Adhering to health and safety procedures and safe working practices at all times

It would be desirable if the candidate has knowledge of health and safety, Legionella awareness, working at height training and Asbestos awareness.

The successful candidate will be dependable, practical and able to take initiative, with a commitment to ensuring the school is safe, well cared for, and compliant with all statutory requirements.

At St. Teresa's, every member of our community plays a part in creating a nurturing, faith-filled environment where children can grow and flourish. Our caretaker's role is an important part of that mission - helping us care for God's creation and ensuring our school remains a place of warmth and welcome for all.

We are committed to building a team that reflects the beautifully diverse community we serve. We warmly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those from Black and other underrepresented ethnic communities, who bring lived experience, cultural richness, and a shared commitment to inclusive education for every child.

Following safer recruitment procedures an appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, medical checks and enhanced DBS clearance.

Visits to the school are encouraged and warmly welcome.

St. Teresa's Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment safeguarding checks.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 14,154.00 per year

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

On-site parking
Work Location: In person