Rotherham
Job Title: Caretaker Location: Rotherham Contract Type: Temporary, 3 months Rate: £16.91 per hour via umbrella Requirements: Full UK driving licence, Enhanced DBS About the Caretaker Role: We are looking for a reliable and proactive Caretaker to provide mobile support across local schools. This role involves general site management, planned and reactive maintenance, porterage, security, and acting as a key link between the school and support services. Key Responsibilities of the Caretaker: • Carry out general site management including litter picking, planned and reactive building maintenance, porterage, security, and reception duties. • Log all maintenance and cleaning tasks, proactively identifying and completing minor repairs where appropriate, and requesting assistance for tasks outside your skillset. Respond to school requests in a timely manner. • Complete planned maintenance tasks such as emergency light testing, fire alarm testing, and water hygiene activities. • Unlock and lock school buildings, ensuring security at all times, including security patrols and checking doors and gates are locked. • Maintain the school visitor book, including signing in contractors. • Manage external contractors on site following company and health & safety guidelines, providing site inductions and escorting visitors where required. • Ensure all equipment used is in good repair and operated according to manufacturer’s instructions. • Clean hall floors daily during term time using provided equipment. • Keep external areas free from litter and leaves, empty external bins, secure large waste bins, and facilitate access for waste collection visits. • Attend to reactive cleaning tasks, replenishing hand soap, towels, and toilet tissue as needed. • Proactively ensure safe access around schools during icy or snowy conditions, following site plans for clearing and gritting paths. Skills & Experience Required: • Previous experience in a caretaker, facilities, or maintenance role • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks across sites • Strong understanding of health & safety requirements and procedures • Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Reliable, punctual, and proactive How to Apply: Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter highlighting your suitability for the role