Caretaker

Location: Bath Area

Salary: Competitive

Job Type: Term Time Only + 1 Week | Split Shift (7:00–10:00am & 3:00–6:00pm)

This role requires opening and closing of a school site.

Reed is delighted to be working with a well-established Multi-Academy Trust in the Bath area to recruit a School Caretaker to join their Estates team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a practical, proactive, and reliable individual who takes pride in maintaining safe, secure, and welcoming environments.

As a key presence on site, you will often be the first and last person many visitors see each day, making a positive and professional impression while helping to maintain a safe and well-presented environment.

There is also the potential to combine this position with an additional Caretaker (Evenings & Lettings) role for candidates seeking increased hours.

Key Responsibilities

As School Caretaker, your responsibilities will include:

Ensuring the security, safety, and overall upkeep of school buildings and grounds

Opening and closing school sites in line with operational requirements

Carrying out a variety of maintenance and repair tasks, including basic plumbing, decorating, and general repairs

Responding promptly to reactive maintenance issues and site emergencies

Completing routine health and safety inspections and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations

Supervising contractors on site and ensuring adherence to Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS)

Supporting wider estates projects, compliance activities, and site improvement programmes

Providing support across multiple school sites when required, including absence cover

Undertaking planned maintenance and improvement works during school holiday periods

About You

We are keen to speak with candidates who have:

Previous experience in caretaking, facilities management, maintenance, or a similar role

Good knowledge of health and safety practices.

Practical maintenance skills, including basic plumbing, decorating, and repairs

Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities

A positive attitude and commitment to maintaining high standards

Previous experience within a school environment would be advantageous but is not essential, as training will be provided.

What's on Offer?

Opportunity to work within a respected and supportive Multi-Academy Trust

A varied and rewarding role where you can make a visible difference to school environments

Supportive and collaborative working culture

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Long-term career prospects within a growing organisation

About the Organisation

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