School Caretaker

Location: Newton-le-Willows
Contract: Temporary, with the potential to become permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Working Hours: Monday–Friday, 8am–4pm

For the permanent position, working hours will follow a three-week shift pattern:

• Week A: 6am–2pm
• Week B: 8am–4pm
• Week C: 11am–7pm

A current Enhanced DBS is essential for this role.

The Role

We are seeking a reliable, hardworking and flexible School Caretaker to help maintain a safe, clean and well-maintained environment across multiple school sites.

The successful candidate will have previous caretaking experience, good practical maintenance skills and the ability to work independently while providing a friendly and professional service.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out routine building maintenance, including minor plumbing, painting, joinery, glazing and general repairs.
• Test fire alarms and emergency lighting, check fire safety equipment and assist with fire evacuations.
• Act as a Fire Marshal and ensure health, safety and fire procedures are followed.
• Undertake grounds maintenance, litter picking, gritting and general site upkeep.
• Complete minibus checks, cleaning and other vehicle-related duties as required.
• Monitor water hygiene, utility meter readings and heating systems, maintaining accurate records.
• Carry out regular inspections of tools and equipment, reporting defects and recording findings.
• Monitor and replenish maintenance supplies and ensure equipment and chemicals are stored safely in line with COSHH requirements.
• Support site moves, porterage and domestic duties when required.
• Liaise professionally with contractors and visitors.
• Open and close buildings, hold site keys and respond to alarm activations outside normal working hours when required.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow all relevant health, safety and safeguarding procedures.
• Attend required training and undertake other reasonable duties within the scope of the role.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience working as a school caretaker or in a similar premises maintenance role.
• A current Enhanced DBS.
• A full, valid UK driving licence.
• Access to your own vehicle with appropriate business insurance, as travel between sites is required.
• A reliable, flexible and hardworking approach.
• The ability to use initiative and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A sound understanding of health and safety requirements.
• A willingness to undertake training and participate in an on-call rota.

Practical DIY and general maintenance skills are desirable.

The establishment is committed to safeguarding, ensuring the safety and welfare of young people. Employment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

For this role you need to be a UK resident and eligible to work in the UK

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