Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Full-time, Permanent (Shift-Pattern Framework)

Salary: Paid to scale (Support Staff Framework)

The Role

A renowned Secondary School in Bath is seeking a professional, reliable, and highly motivated School Caretaker to join their dedicated premises team. This hands-on, vital operational support role directly impacts the daily running, cleanliness, and security of the school estate, representing an excellent opportunity for a skilled technician or maintenance professional looking for a stable and supportive public sector role.

The successful candidate will work as part of a structured team operating on a rotating shift pattern to cover the opening and closing parameters of the school site. Daily responsibilities include executing general building maintenance tasks (such as minor carpentry, basic plumbing repairs, and painting), conducting routine statutory safety monitoring (including water temperature checks, playground equipment assessments, and fire door checks), and ensuring the school grounds are clean and hazard-free. You will also assist with assembly hall setups, manage incoming site deliveries, monitor cleaning supply inventories, and respond efficiently to reactive maintenance requests logged via the school's internal tracking database.

You will support clean, professional communication with the Site Manager, teaching staff, and external community groups utilizing the school’s facilities out of hours, requiring absolute reliability and a proactive approach at all times.

School Information

This is a thriving 11 to 18 school in Bath with an outstanding reputation for academic progress, creative arts, and student welfare. The school features beautifully maintained historical buildings combined with high-spec, modern teaching blocks.

The caretaking and premises staff are highly valued, core members of the school community. Staff enjoy a highly supportive professional culture, visible and approachable leadership, a manageable administrative load, and funded pathways for continuous practical and safety training (such as working at heights, manual handling, or first aid modules).

Requirements

• Previous experience in building maintenance, caretaking, porterage, or a relevant practical trade discipline

• Strong practical skills in general maintenance operations (DIY, painting, minor carpentry/plumbing fixes)

• Clear understanding of basic health and safety parameters and safe manual handling frameworks

• Basic IT literacy, with the ability to check email registers and update maintenance tickets on digital dashboards

• Ability to work effectively and flexibly across a rotating shift pattern (including early mornings and evening lockups)

Application

To apply, please send your comprehensive CV as soon as possible.