Caretaker - Primary School - York

Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Dependent on experience

Caretaker

A welcoming Primary School in York is looking for a reliable, practical and hardworking Caretaker to join its premises team on a full-time, permanent basis.

This is a hands-on role for someone who takes genuine pride in maintaining a school site and understands the importance of providing children and staff with a safe, secure and welcoming environment every day.

Working closely with the Headteacher and School Business Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day upkeep of the school buildings and grounds. Your duties will include carrying out regular site inspections, responding to maintenance requests, completing minor repairs and ensuring classrooms, corridors, offices and communal areas are kept in good working order.

You will also be responsible for opening and securing the school site, checking doors and access points, monitoring security systems and reporting any concerns promptly. The role will involve supporting contractors when they attend the school, arranging access and checking that maintenance work has been completed appropriately.

The Caretaker will also assist with preparing the school for assemblies, parents' evenings, performances, meetings and other events. This may involve setting up rooms, moving furniture and equipment and ensuring facilities are ready for staff, pupils and visitors.

There will also be responsibility for outdoor areas, including checking paths, playgrounds and other communal spaces and reporting or addressing issues that could present a safety concern.

School Information

This is a well-established Primary School in York with a strong commitment to creating a positive and supportive environment for children to learn and develop.

The school places great importance on high standards, pupil wellbeing and positive relationships between children, staff and families.

Pupils are encouraged to become confident and independent learners, with a broad curriculum that supports both academic achievement and personal development.

The school operates as a close-knit community, and support staff play an important role in ensuring the school runs effectively each day.

You will work alongside teaching, administrative and leadership colleagues and will be expected to maintain a high standard across the site.

Caretaker - Responsibilities

• Carry out daily inspections of the school buildings and grounds

• Complete minor repairs and general maintenance

• Report significant maintenance issues to senior staff

• Open and secure the school site

• Check doors, windows, gates and access points

• Monitor security and alarm systems

• Support contractors attending the school

• Assist with planned and reactive maintenance

• Maintain communal areas, playgrounds and external spaces

• Help prepare rooms for meetings and school events

• Move furniture and equipment when required

• Assist with health and safety checks

• Report hazards and defects promptly

• Maintain appropriate maintenance records

• Support the school during emergencies or unexpected site issues

The role requires someone who is practical and willing to get involved rather than simply overseeing work from a distance.

Caretaker - Experience and Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous Caretaker, Maintenance or Facilities experience

• Good practical repair and maintenance skills

• Understanding of basic health and safety procedures

• Ability to identify potential hazards

• Good organisational skills

• Ability to work independently

• Reliable and flexible approach

• Good communication skills

• Professional attitude

• Commitment to providing a safe environment for children and staff

Previous experience within a school would be advantageous, although candidates from commercial, residential, facilities or property maintenance backgrounds will also be considered where they have relevant practical experience.

Working Environment

The successful candidate will become an important member of the school's wider support team. You will have regular contact with teaching staff, pupils, parents, visitors and contractors, so a professional and approachable manner is essential.

The role is varied and no two days are likely to be exactly the same. You may spend part of the day completing planned maintenance before responding to an unexpected issue or preparing an area for a school event.

The school is looking for someone who takes ownership of their responsibilities, uses initiative and is committed to maintaining a high standard across the entire site.

Salary

The salary for this Caretaker position will be dependent on experience.

Application

Please send your CV for this Caretaker position as soon as possible.