School Caretaker

Start : ASAP

Rate of pay : £12.82 - £15 per hour dependent on experience

Location : Central Bristol Schools

Contract : Various: Part-time, Full-time, Temporary, Fixed-term

I have a range of schools looking for dedicated caretakers to look after their school. Caretakers play a crucial and integral role in the school. I am looking for candidates with experience in a school setting ideally, but I would also like to hear from candidates with relevant experience with key responsibilities below.

Role Perks

• Competitive salary based on experience and responsibilities.
• Flexible shift patterns available with the option for hybrid site working.
• Opportunity to work within a supportive and welcoming school environment.
• Dynamic role with various responsibilities.
• Potential for career growth and development in similar roles, e.g. 'Site Manager'
• HaysHello: Work 20 days and receive £350 in shopping vouchers. Refer a friend and when they work 20 days, you AND them receive £350 in shopping vouchers.

Key Skills

• Reliable and hardworking with a professional attitude.
• Problem-solving.
• Self-driven and determined.
• Effective communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as key holder and unlock/lock buildings to provide access as required.
• Be responsible for proper maintenance, cleaning, security and safety within the school premises and grounds.
• Undertake successfully all training required to deliver the caretakingrole.
• Adhere to allschool Quality, Safety, Health and Environmental policies and procedures.
• Ensure all equipment is kept clean, well maintained and is a safe working order.
• Have a full working knowledge of all cleaning equipment, materials and approved chemicals.
• Undertake and oversee all cleaning of internal and external spaces.
• Carry out all planned and ad hoc porterage.
• Act as first attendee to all helpdesk jobs and resolve or feedback requirements.
• Set-up rooms for the use of examinations / school functions etc and return to usual lay out following the function.
• Carry out all PPM (Planned Preventative Maintenance) tasks as required and in line with statutory compliance, including weekly fire alarm and sprinkler tests and monthly emergency light flick tests.
• Cover out of hours usage of the building as agreed with school lettings.
• Ensure access is provided for contractors and contractors are always escorted if relevant DBS clearance is not available.
• Ensure all Safeguarding Policies are always adhered to and raise any concerns in line with school policy.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Requirements

• Caretakingexperience is preferred however similar experience can be accepted.
• Sound knowledge of Health and Safety Regulations
• Qualifications
• Must undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
• Right to work in the UK.

If this sounds like you or something similar to a previous role you've had, I'd love to hear from you.

Click apply now, call me or drop me an email. I look forward to hearing from you!