Our long serving caretaker is retiring. We are seeking a reliable, hands-on, and dedicated Caretaker to join our team of two, help us maintain a safe, tidy, and welcoming environment for our students, staff, and community. This is a full-time, permanent position that requires pride in your work and a positive, can-do attitude.
About the role :
As our school’s Caretaker , you will be responsible for the security, cleanliness, and maintenance of our buildings and grounds. You will be an integral part of our close-knit team, ensuring our school premises are functional and well-presented.
Key responsibilities :
- Maintenance and repairs : Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs to buildings, furniture, and equipment (e.g., fixing leaky faucets, painting, and basic carpentry).
- Security : Ensure the security of the school buildings and grounds, including unlocking and locking up, and responding to after-hours alarms. Please note this is a split shift role with hours 7-10am and 1 – 6pm.
- Groundskeeping : Maintain the grounds to a high standard, including litter removal, lawn care, garden maintenance, and clearing drains.
- Cleaning : Attend to minor cleaning duties, respond to spills, and liaise with the contract cleaning company to ensure high standards are met.
- Health and safety : Monitor the premises for potential hazards, carry out regular safety checks, and ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations.
- Facilities management : Support teaching staff where required.
The ideal candidate will have :
Proven experience in a maintenance or caretaking role.Basic trade skills, including carpentry and plumbing.The ability to work independently and manage time effectively.A high degree of responsibility and a proactive approach to problem-solving.The ability to work cooperatively with staff, students, and the wider school community.A satisfactory police vet / background check is required for this role. We will provide one if needed.What we offer :
A competitive yearly salary.The opportunity to work in a supportive and friendly community environmentOn the job training to support a seamless fit into our team#J-18808-Ljbffr