School Caretaker

School Caretaker - Liverpool.

Salary: £14 - £19 an hour

Join Our Team

We are seeking a reliable, proactive, and hardworking School Caretaker to join one of our Schools team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who takes pride in maintaining a safe, secure, and welcoming environment where children, staff, and visitors can thrive.

As the face of the site, you will play a vital role in ensuring the school buildings and grounds are well maintained, secure, clean, and compliant with health and safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

* Open and close the school site each day, ensuring buildings are secure.

* Carry out routine maintenance, minor repairs, and general DIY tasks.

* Monitor the condition of the school buildings, reporting and responding to maintenance issues promptly.

* Maintain the school grounds to a high standard, including litter picking, basic gardening, and ensuring outdoor areas remain safe.

* Undertake regular health and safety checks, including fire safety equipment, emergency lighting, and site inspections.

* Support contractors working on site and monitor completed works.

* Set up halls, classrooms, and outdoor spaces for assemblies, events, examinations, and lettings.

* Monitor heating, lighting, water systems, and other site services to ensure efficient operation.

* Manage deliveries and assist with moving furniture and equipment when required.

* Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and statutory regulations.

* Respond appropriately to emergencies and out-of-hours issues where necessary.

We're Looking For Someone Who:

* Has previous caretaking, maintenance, facilities, or site management experience (school experience is desirable but not essential).

* Is practical, organised, and able to carry out a range of maintenance tasks.

* Has a good understanding of health and safety legislation.

* Can work independently while also being a valued member of a team.

* Is dependable, flexible, and takes pride in maintaining high standards.

* Has excellent communication and customer service skills.

* Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Why choose Engage?

We put the ambitions of our teachers first, ensuring you have the support to teach the way you want to, and we pride ourselves on providing high levels of service to our teachers and support staff.

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Get paid in line with national scales (AWR compliant)

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Free CPD sessions

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Your own dedicated consultant

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Receive a £50 Amazon voucher when you refer friends!

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Wellbeing support, travel discounts, and retail offers from our partners

I’m interested. How do I apply?

Great! If you meet the criteria to become a supply teacher with Engage, you can apply below or contact us directly. All applicants require a formally recognised teaching qualification and training.

If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role.

All candidates must have a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting work. Full assistance will be provided.

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