Job Description

Job details

Salary:

13.21 per hour (pay scale point 5)

Hours:

7.30 - 10.30 Monday - Friday term time + additional day annually within the school holidays (to be arranged with line manager)

Contract type:

Part -time permanent

Reporting to:

Business and Compliancy Manager

Main purpose

The caretaker is responsible for:

Maintaining clean, safe and secure school premises, which includes buildings and grounds Carrying out cleaning, handyperson activities, routine maintenance and refurbishment, porterage, and minor repairs Promoting health and safety around the school

Duties and responsibilities

General duties

Carry out porterage duties, such as moving furniture and equipment around the school Maintain the general school premises, furniture and fittings, and report any issues to the Business and Compliancy Manager Carry out small repairs and DIY projects When required - to drive the school mini bus to transport students

Cleaning

Carry out daily cleaning and ad-hoc duties, such as litter picking and arranging the disposal of waste Carry out emergency cleaning duties, such as gritting and cleaning up spillages Take part in the annual deep clean of classrooms, staffrooms, kitchen, dining areas, food tech areas and other frequently used spaces on school premises

Security

Maintain the security of the school premises Lock and unlock the premises as required, including out of school hours when necessary Report any potential security breaches, and respond to other call-outs following agreed procedures Carry out regular checks of locks, fire safety appliances, security gates and perimeter fencing, and ensure any necessary repairs are actioned Advise the headteacher on all matters relating to school security and safety

Health and safety

Ensure a safe working and learning environment in accordance with relevant legislation Carry out and record regular health and safety checks, including on legionella risk, play equipment, safety equipment, and any hazards on school premises; report any problems to the Business and Compliancy Manager Provide safe access to the school in cold weather conditions

Responsibilities

Be committed to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare of children and young people Comply with the policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety, security, confidentiality and data protection, and equal opportunities, and report all concerns to an appropriate person Take appropriate action to identify, evaluate and minimise any risks to health, safety and security in the school working environment Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school Establish constructive relationships and communication with all staff and other agencies/professionals Recognise own strengths and areas of expertise and use these to advise and support others Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required
Please note that this list of duties is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the role. It is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that the school office manager will carry out. The postholder may be required to do other duties appropriate to the level of the role, as directed by the headteacher.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.21 per hour

Expected hours: 15 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Language:

English (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 30/06/2025
Expected start date: 04/08/2025