Caretaker - Primary School - Maidstone

Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Paid to scale

A friendly and well-established Primary School in Maidstone is seeking a reliable Caretaker to take pride in the day-to-day upkeep, security and general presentation of the school site.

This is a hands-on position suited to someone who is practical, responsible and able to take ownership of the school's premises. You will become an important member of the wider support team and will help ensure that children and staff have a safe, clean and functional environment every day.

• Caretaker Role

• Full-time, permanent position

• Maidstone

• As soon as possible start

• Maintaining the school buildings and grounds

• Supporting site security

• Carrying out general maintenance duties

• Assisting with health and safety

• Paid to scale

The successful Caretaker will be responsible for a wide range of practical duties across the school. This will include monitoring the condition of classrooms, corridors, playgrounds, toilets and communal areas and ensuring that any issues are dealt with promptly.

You will undertake routine maintenance and minor repairs where appropriate and within your level of competence. Larger or specialist issues will need to be identified and reported to the appropriate person or contractor.

The role will also involve preparing rooms and facilities for meetings, assemblies, events and other school activities. You may occasionally need to move furniture or equipment and assist staff with practical requirements.

Security will form another important part of the position. You will support the school's procedures for opening and closing the premises, monitor access and ensure that visitors and contractors follow the appropriate arrangements.

Caretaker - School Information

This Primary School in Maidstone is committed to providing children with a safe, welcoming and stimulating place to learn.

The school serves a diverse local community and places a strong emphasis on positive relationships, inclusion and pupil wellbeing. Staff work together to create a calm and purposeful environment in which children can develop academically and personally.

Maintaining the school site to a high standard is an important part of supporting this environment. The Caretaker will therefore have a visible and practical role within the school community.

You will work alongside school leaders, teachers, office staff, support staff and external contractors. The ability to communicate effectively and respond positively to requests will be important.

The school is looking for someone who takes pride in their work and notices problems before they become larger issues. A proactive approach will be particularly valued.

Caretaker - Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the general condition and presentation of the school site.

• Carry out routine checks of buildings and grounds.

• Complete appropriate minor repairs and maintenance.

• Report larger maintenance issues promptly.

• Monitor classrooms, corridors and communal areas.

• Maintain outdoor areas and playground spaces.

• Prepare rooms for meetings and school events.

• Move furniture and equipment where required.

• Support deliveries and storage.

• Assist with site security.

• Open and close buildings according to school procedures.

• Monitor access to the premises.

• Liaise with contractors and service providers.

• Ensure contractors follow relevant school procedures.

• Identify and report health and safety hazards.

• Support emergency and evacuation procedures.

• Assist with relevant compliance checks.

• Keep appropriate records of maintenance and site issues.

• Support the school in maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment.

Caretaker - Experience and Requirements

• Previous experience in caretaking, maintenance, facilities or a similar practical role.

• Good general maintenance skills.

• Practical and proactive approach.

• Good understanding of health and safety.

• Ability to identify potential hazards.

• Strong organisational skills.

• Reliable and dependable.

• Good communication skills.

• Ability to prioritise tasks.

• Comfortable working independently.

• Ability to work professionally around children and staff.

• Relevant maintenance qualifications would be advantageous.

• Commitment to safeguarding.

The school would particularly welcome someone who is hands-on, trustworthy and able to take responsibility for ensuring the site operates smoothly.

Safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to complete all relevant DBS and pre-employment checks.

Application

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