School Caretaker
hace 24 días
Dudley
About the Role An educational setting is seeking a reliable and practical School Caretaker to support the safe, secure, and effective day-to-day operation of the school site. This is a vital role, ensuring the premises are well maintained and provide a safe environment for pupils, staff, and visitors. The successful candidate will be proactive, hands-on, and able to work independently while liaising effectively with school staff and external contractors. Key Responsibilities Opening and closing the school premises, including alarm setting and site security Conducting routine health and safety checks across the site Carrying out basic maintenance, repairs, and general DIY tasks Ensuring the school buildings and grounds are clean, safe, and well presented Managing waste disposal and accepting deliveries Supervising contractors and reporting maintenance issues Responding to emergencies, including occasional out-of-hours call-outs Supporting with room layouts for events and school activities Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations at all times The Ideal Candidate Will Have Previous caretaking, site management, or maintenance experience A practical, solution-focused approach to work Sound knowledge of health and safety procedures Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively Good communication skills and a professional attitude Flexibility to work outside normal hours when required Safeguarding This role involves working within an educational environment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check. Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks