School Caretaker

Job description

About

The Role

We are seeking a reliable, hardworking and practical School Caretaker to help maintain the school site, ensuring that the premises are safe, secure, clean and ready for pupils and staff each day.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for general caretaking duties, basic maintenance, site security and supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the school premises.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Secure and lock the school premises at the end of each day.

• Carry out general caretaking, routine maintenance and site safety checks.

• Identify and report repairs, defects and maintenance issues.

• Assist with heating systems and the operation of site facilities.

• Supervise cleaning staff and contractors, as required.

• Help maintain the cleanliness and appearance of school buildings and grounds.

• Manage recycling, cleaning supplies and lost property.

• Undertake security and keyholder duties, including responding to alarm activations when required.

• Assist with visitors, contractors, parking arrangements and school events.

• Carry out post runs and other general duties as required.