School Caretaker

My client is a reputable special needs school and is looking for an experienced, reliable and professional site operative/school care taker. Permanent 25-30 hours a week, 52-week contract. If you are looking for a rewarding career, apply now.

Whether you re looking for full-time, part-time or more flexible hours across days, evenings or weekends, we re open to working with the right candidates especially those with relevant trade experience and a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Your Role Will Include:

• Providing day-to-day site maintenance, caretaking and repair services to ensure a safe, clean, and functional environment.

• Carrying out repairs and minor improvements using practical or trade skills such as carpentry, plumbing, decorating or electrical maintenance.

• Taking the initiative to identify and act on maintenance needs before they become problems whether it s a loose hinge, a leaking pipe, or a potential hazard.

• Using your trade experience (e.g. carpentry, plumbing, electrical, decorating) to carry out in-house improvements and repairs.

• Supporting the setup of learning spaces, movement of furniture and equipment, and preparation for events or lettings.

• Completing statutory and mandatory duties including fire alarm testing, water temperature logs, building compliance checks and secure locking procedures.

• Working across school sites and responding flexibly to a varied and evolving workload.

• Being a visible, proactive presence who contributes to the smooth daily running of the school and the safety of pupils and staff.

We re Looking For Someone Who:

• Has strong practical and trade-based skills, ideally with professional qualifications or demonstrable experience or the willingness to train to gain practical skills.

• Shows initiative, attention to detail, and pride in delivering quality work.

• Is solution focused actively looks for ways to improve, prevent problems, and keep things running efficiently.

• Understands the importance of site compliance, health & safety, and safeguarding.

• Works well independently but values being part of a supportive team.

• Can travel between our local school sites as needed.

• Wants to contribute meaningfully to a setting that supports vulnerable children and young people.