School Caretaker

School Caretaker
Oldham

£13.29-£14.00

About Us:

We are seeking a caretaker to work at a welcoming school dedicated to providing a safe and positive learning environment for our students. We are looking for a skilled and reliable School Caretaker to join our team and ensure the school s premises are well-maintained, secure, and ready for daily operations.

As the School Caretaker, you will be responsible for the day-to-day upkeep of the school, including general maintenance, site security, and health and safety. Your role will be essential in creating a clean, safe, and pleasant environment for students, staff, and visitors.

• Ensure the school premises are safe and secure, including unlocking/locking gates and buildings, and setting alarms.
• Perform general maintenance tasks such as minor plumbing, painting, and carpentry, and report any issues that require specialist contractors.
• Conduct regular checks of the school grounds and buildings to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Oversee the cleanliness of the school, including some cleaning duties and supervising external cleaning staff where applicable.
• Assist in keeping outdoor areas, playgrounds, and gardens clean, tidy, and safe.
• Be available to respond to any urgent issues or emergencies, such as alarms or security breaches.

• Previous experience working in a school environment is essential.
• Practical knowledge of site management and general maintenance skills.
• A good understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to deal with occasional out-of-hours requirements.

What we offer
As a caretaker, and part of our team, you benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system.
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We re part of The Edwin Group, an education alliance here to do good and are proud to be named in The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work in the UK 2024

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply
If you are a caretaker like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed)