Caretaker

We are currently looking for a reliable, practical and hardworking Caretaker to join a primary school in Newton Abbot, Devon.
This is a part-time morning position, starting as soon as possible, ideally from 2nd November. The successful candidate will help ensure the school premises are safe, secure, tidy and well maintained.
Key Responsibilities

Opening the school premises and preparing the site for the school day.

Carrying out general caretaking duties and minor maintenance repairs where appropriate.

Ensuring school buildings and grounds are safe, tidy and well maintained.

Completing routine health and safety checks and reporting hazards or maintenance issues.

Assisting with deliveries and moving furniture or equipment when required.

Ensuring entrances, corridors and communal areas are presentable.

Supporting site security and following school procedures.

Assisting with general site duties as required.

Has previous caretaking, maintenance or site supervision experience.

Is practical, reliable and able to work independently.

Has a good awareness of health and safety.

Is organised, proactive and takes pride in their work.

Can communicate professionally with school staff and visitors.

Safeguarding & Vetting Requirements

As this role is based within a primary school, all candidates must meet the relevant safeguarding and compliance requirements, including:

An enhanced DBS check. A DBS registered on the Update Service is an advantage; otherwise, candidates must be willing to obtain a new enhanced DBS check.

A minimum of two employer references covering the previous 24 months.

Three references if the candidate has not previously worked with children.

A professional character reference to cover any employment gaps.

Proof of right to work in the UK.