Caretaker

Join the Estates team at Haberdashers' Elstree Schools and play an important part in creating a safe, welcoming and well-maintained environment for our pupils, staff and visitors. As a Caretaker, you will be at the heart of the day-to-day running of our campus, helping to ensure everything is ready for the busy school day and that our facilities are safe, secure and well looked after. No two days will be quite the same, with a varied mix of practical and hands-on responsibilities, including routine maintenance, minor repairs, responding to reported defects and setting up spaces for school events and activities. You will also play a key role in keeping our campus running smoothly and safely. This will include helping to manage traffic during busy periods, looking out for the safety of pedestrians and road users, and carrying out opening and locking-up procedures across the campus. You will be part of the team that responds to emergencies and critical incidents, working with colleagues and the emergency services when needed. From delivering mail and parcels to keeping communal areas clean, tidy and well presented, you will take pride in the little things that make a big difference to the experience of everyone who visits or works at our Schools. We are looking for someone who is practical, dependable and proactive, with a flexible approach and a genuine pride in doing a job well. Just as importantly, you will enjoy working as part of a team and be happy to lend a hand wherever needed. A full driving licence is essential. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is central to everything we do, and you will share our commitment to providing a safe and positive environment for all.

This is a full-time, year-round position working 40 hours per week, five days out of seven, on a varied shift rota. Evening and weekend working will be required periodically as part of the rota.

• Salary starting from £26,510 dependant on experience
• 40 days annual leave per year (including bank holidays) for full-time, year-round staff
• Free lunch and refreshments
• Additional life insurance cover
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), providing confidential support and advice
• Extensive professional development and training opportunities to enhance career growth
• Free onsite parking and access to the School's extensive coach network
• Free access to state-of-the-art sports facilities including the gym, swimming pool, and fitness classes
• Wellbeing initiatives and programmes, such as yoga, mindfulness sessions, and health checks
• Access to an online GP service, providing quick and convenient healthcare advice
• Access to Vivup, the staff benefits platform, featuring discounts, financial advice, and wellbeing resources
• Enhanced pension scheme, offering excellent employer contributions
• Cycle-to-Work Scheme and other green travel incentives including Octopus Electric Vehicles