Caretaker

  • Hatched Recruitment Group
  • Huyton, Lancashire
  • 22/09/2026
Contract Construction

Job Description

Caretaker

Knowsley

Location: Knowsley - Multiple Sites

Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week

Shifts: Early 6:00am-2:00pm / Late 1:00pm-9:00pm

Pay: 13.02 per hour PAYE

Driving Licence: Essential

We are currently recruiting for an experienced and reliable Caretaker to work across multiple school sites in the Knowsley area.

This is a varied role involving general site management, building maintenance, security, porterage and customer service. The successful candidate must be flexible and able to work both early and late shifts.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out planned and reactive building maintenance and minor repairs.
  • Open and lock school buildings as required.
  • Carry out regular site security checks and ensure the building remains secure.
  • Provide a professional and customer-focused service to the school.
  • Manage visitors and contractors, including maintaining the site visitor book.
  • Monitor and manage external contractors in line with company and Health & Safety procedures.
  • Carry out porterage duties and respond to school requests.
  • Complete minor works including painting, putting up notice boards and general maintenance.
  • Carry out planned maintenance tasks, including fire alarm testing and L8 testing.
  • Take monthly meter readings.
  • Complete reactive repairs and other maintenance tasks as required.
  • Ensure equipment is safe, maintained and used correctly.
  • Follow COSHH requirements, including the safe storage and handling of chemicals.
  • Report accidents, near misses and Health & Safety or environmental issues.
  • Complete site security tours and remain vigilant regarding the security of the school.
  • Support the management of the building when community groups are using the site.
  • Attend Toolbox Talks and complete relevant training.
  • Work safely, efficiently and independently, using initiative when required.
  • Complete overtime and occasional weekend work when required.

Requirements

  • Full UK driving licence - essential.
  • Previous caretaking, facilities, maintenance or similar experience is desirable.
  • Good practical and maintenance skills.
  • Good customer service and communication skills.
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Reliable, flexible and able to prioritise workload.
  • Comfortable working across multiple sites.
  • Able to work early and late shifts as required.
  • Good understanding of Health & Safety procedures.

Immediate opportunities may be available.

If you are a reliable and flexible Caretaker looking for a full-time position in the Knowsley area, please apply with your CV.