Job Title: School Caretaker
Location: Oldham, OL9
Salary: £16.00–£16.61 per hour, depending on experience
Contract: Full-Time, Temporary to Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Working Hours: Monday–Friday
Shift: Split Shift – 6:40am–11:30am and 3:00pm–6:00pm
About the Role
Complete Classroom Services is looking for a reliable, hardworking and proactive School Caretaker to join one of the schools we support in Oldham (OL9).
This is an excellent opportunity for a practical and self-motivated individual who takes pride in maintaining a safe, secure, clean and welcoming school environment for pupils, staff and visitors.
The successful candidate will play an important role in the day-to-day running of the school premises, ensuring the site is well maintained, secure and ready for learning, activities and community use.
Key Responsibilities
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Maintain the security, safety, cleanliness and general condition of the school site.
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Carry out routine maintenance, minor repairs, basic decorating and general caretaking duties.
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Conduct regular inspections of buildings, grounds and facilities, reporting defects and maintenance issues promptly.
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Ensure classrooms, meeting rooms and other areas are appropriately set up for lessons, meetings and school events.
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Assist with moving furniture, equipment and other items around the school when required.
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Monitor contractors and visitors working on site, ensuring appropriate health and safety procedures are followed.
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Carry out routine site checks and basic testing of relevant safety equipment, reporting faults where necessary.
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Respond promptly to maintenance issues, emergencies, security concerns, leaks, damage and other problems affecting the school premises.
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Keep external areas, entrances, pathways, playgrounds and other communal areas safe, clean and free from hazards.
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Assist with opening and securing the school premises in accordance with school procedures.
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Maintain appropriate records of maintenance tasks, inspections and health and safety checks.
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Report significant repairs or specialist maintenance requirements to the appropriate person.
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Support the school with general site duties and other reasonable caretaking responsibilities.
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Follow all school health and safety, safeguarding and security procedures.
The Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will ideally have:
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Previous experience as a School Caretaker, Site Assistant, Facilities Assistant, Caretaker, Premises Assistant or in a similar role.
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Good practical and DIY skills, including basic plumbing, painting, carpentry and minor repairs.
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A good understanding of health and safety procedures.
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The ability to identify and report maintenance issues and potential hazards.
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Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
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The ability to work independently and use initiative.
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Good communication and interpersonal skills.
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A reliable, flexible and proactive approach to work.
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The ability to work effectively as part of a school team.
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Basic IT skills are desirable.
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Clean DBS on the update service
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A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
What the School Offers
A welcoming and supportive school environment.
A varied and hands-on caretaking role.
The opportunity to become an important part of the school's day-to-day operations.
Ongoing training and development opportunities.
Competitive pay of £16.00–£16.61 per hour, depending on experience.
Immediate/ASAP start for the successful candidate.
A long-term opportunity for the right person.
How to Apply
If you are an experienced Caretaker, Site Assistant, Facilities Assistant or Maintenance professional looking for a new opportunity in Oldham, we would love to hear from you.
Apply for role with your updated CV
