School Caretaker – Ipswich

Job Title: School Caretaker

Location: Ipswich, Suffolk

Salary: £23,000 – £26,500 per annum (depending on experience)

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Start Date: As soon as possible

About the School:

Located in Ipswich, this thriving secondary academy is looking to recruit an energetic and proactive Caretaker to ensure the high-quality upkeep of its modern campus. The school is celebrated for its fantastic team dynamic and supportive working environment, offering excellent internal progression and training opportunities for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the school buildings and grounds are kept safe, secure, clean, and in good decorative order.

• Perform reactive maintenance tasks and routine planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules.

• Assist with the setup and clearing of halls and classrooms for examinations, assemblies, and external community lettings.

• Monitor stock levels of cleaning and maintenance materials, placing orders when necessary.

• Respond to site emergencies quickly and effectively, ensuring dynamic risk management.

Requirements:

• Experience working as a caretaker or in a professional maintenance/handyperson capacity.

• Good practical DIY skills and familiarity with using a variety of hand and power tools safely.

• Physically fit and capable of managing heavy lifting, working at heights, and outdoor seasonal duties.

• Trustworthy, punctual, and reliable with a proactive approach to troubleshooting site issues.

• Full commitment to maintaining a safe educational environment for pupils and staff.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in joining this school’s site team, please forward your current CV to our branch today. We will review your application swiftly to organize a formal interview and site tour.