School Caretaker/Premises Manager - Job DescriptionRole: Caretaker
Contract: Permanent (with potential for Temp-to-Perm)
Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 per annum
Hours: To be confirmed
Location: School site
Role PurposeTo ensure the school site is safe, secure, clean, and well maintained, supporting the day-to-day operation of the school and providing a welcoming environment for pupils, staff, and visitors.
Key Responsibilities- Opening and securing the school buildings and grounds
- Carrying out routine maintenance and minor repairs
- Monitoring site security and responding to alarms or issues
- Ensuring health & safety standards are maintained across the site
- Setting up rooms and facilities for school activities and events
- Liaising with contractors and reporting maintenance issues
- Supporting staff with site-related requests
- Maintaining outdoor areas, including basic grounds maintenance
Skills & Experience- Previous caretaking, site management, or maintenance experience (desirable)
- Practical DIY and maintenance skills
- Good understanding of health & safety requirements
- Ability to work independently and use initiative
- Reliable, flexible, and well organised
- Good communication skills
Safeguarding- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
- Appointment subject to references and an enhanced DBS check
Additional Information- The role is offered on a permanent basis, with the option to start on a temporary-to-permanent arrangement
Working hours will be confirmed during the recruitment process