Caretaker (full-time or part-time 4 days per week)

Help us create a safe, welcoming school where students can thrive

We are looking for a reliable, practical and proactive Caretaker to join our friendly site team. Working alongside the Facilities Manager, you will play an important role in keeping our school buildings and grounds safe, secure, well maintained and welcoming for students, staff and visitors.

This is a practical, hands-on role where no two days are quite the same. If you enjoy solving problems, take pride in your work and are happy to get stuck in, we would love to hear from you. The role involves shift working, including early mornings, evenings and occasional weekends.

The role - you will:

• Open and close the school and ensure the site is secure
• Carry out general caretaking, portering and basic maintenance
• Use your practical and DIY skills to keep the site in good working order
• Set up rooms, furniture and equipment for lessons and events
• Support school events and lettings
• Help maintain a clean, safe and welcoming school environment

We are looking for someone who is dependable, practical and willing to use their initiative. Previous experience in caretaking, maintenance, facilities or a similar role is desirable, along with good practical and DIY skills.

About you - we are looking for someone who is:

• Reliable, organised and able to prioritise
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Flexible and able to respond to the needs of a busy school
• Friendly and approachable with good communication skills
• Committed to high standards of safety and the wellbeing of our school community

Why join us?

As part of our site team, you will make a real difference to the daily life of our school. Your work will help create an environment where students can learn, staff can work effectively and everyone feels safe and welcome.

We offer a competitive salary, access to a contributory local government pension scheme and other staff benefits. Colleagues benefit from a commitment to staff well-being and are provided with several schemes to support them maintain an active and healthy lifestyle. We have a priority admission policy for children of staff working at the school.

Working hours:

Full-time: 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.

Part-time: Applications may be considered for a minimum of 4 days per week.

The shift pattern will normally fall between 6 am and 6 pm, with flexibility required to meet the needs of the school.

The full-time contract includes 28 days holiday entitlement per year

Salary: Full time up to £28,409

We welcome immediate applications for this post and all applications will be considered upon receipt, we reserve the right to interview and make an appointment prior to the deadline.

To apply please visit: https://www.chartersschool.org.uk