school caretakers

Are you a practical, reliable, and proactive individual with a strong sense of responsibility and a commitment to maintaining a safe and well-cared-for school environment? If so, a primary school in Blackpool, is looking for a dedicated School Caretaker to join our friendly and hardworking team.

Caretakers play a vital role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the school and providing a safe and pleasant environment for our students and staff. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work and is committed to maintaining high standards.

About the Role:

As our School Caretaker, you will be responsible for a wide range of duties related to the upkeep, security, and maintenance of the school buildings and grounds. You will be a key point of contact for site-related issues and will work closely with the School Business Manager and other staff members. We are seeking care takers to support on temporary contracts with school's between Monday - Friday. You will be paid hourly, term time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Security: Opening and closing the school premises, ensuring the site is secure, operating alarm systems, and responding to security call-outs (if applicable).
• Maintenance: Carrying out minor repairs and maintenance tasks, such as plumbing, carpentry, painting, and basic electrical work (within competence).
• Grounds Maintenance: Maintaining the school grounds, including litter picking, sweeping, gritting pathways in winter, and basic gardening tasks.
• Cleaning Oversight: Monitoring the work of cleaning staff to ensure the school is clean and tidy, and potentially undertaking some cleaning duties as required.
• Health and Safety: Ensuring the school premises are safe and comply with health and safety regulations, including carrying out risk assessments and reporting any hazards.
• Porterage: Moving furniture, equipment, and deliveries around the school site.
• Lettings and Events: Assisting with the setup and clear-down for school events and external lettings.
• Waste Management: Overseeing the collection and disposal of waste and recycling.
• General Duties: Responding to staff requests for assistance with site-related issues, maintaining records, and undertaking other reasonable duties as directed by the School Business Manager.
• Keyholding: Being a keyholder for the school and being available for emergencies outside of normal working hours (as per contract).

What We Are Looking For:

• Practical skills and experience in general maintenance and DIY.
• A good understanding of health and safety regulations relevant to a school environment.
• The ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive and can-do attitude.
• Reliability, trustworthiness, and a strong sense of responsibility.
• Physical fitness to carry out the duties of the role.
• [Desirable: Previous experience as a caretaker in a school or similar environment.]
• [Desirable: Basic qualifications in relevant trades (e.g., plumbing, electrical).]
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

What We Can Offer You:

• A varied and interesting role within a supportive school community.
• The opportunity to make a real contribution to the smooth running of the school.
• Competitive salary based on experience and school pay scales.
• Defined working hours (details to be confirmed).
• Opportunities for training and development.
• Located in Blackpool, with good transport links.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit a letter of application, outlining their relevant skills and experience, along with a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) including the names and contact details of two referees.