About this role
Working at Walpole Highway Primary School and West Walton Primary School
Part of the Windmill Primary Federation
Tel: 01945 583620
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.windmillfederation.org.uk/tilney-st-lawrence-primary-school/
Executive Headteacher: Mrs Emma Hunt
Salary – Scale C5, £13.70 per hour (£26,427 FTE)Fixed Term till August 2027Part Time35 hours per weekTerm Time plus 4 weeks (42 weeks)Required ASAP
We are seeking a reliable, hardworking, and enthusiastic Caretaker to join our friendly team at Walpole Highway and West Walton School, helping to ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for our pupils, staff, and visitors. Hours of work to be discussed and agreed with successful applicant. Start date to be discussed at interview.
Main Responsibilities:
Opening and securing the school premises each dayCarrying out daily maintenance and minor repairsEnsuring the school site is clean, safe and well-presentedManaging heating, lighting and security systemsOverseeing site safety checks and risk assessmentsMonitoring contractors on-site and assisting with deliveriesMaintaining playgrounds, gardens and outdoor areasResponding to any emergency maintenance issuesWe’re Looking for Someone Who:
Has experience in a similar caretaking or facilities roleIs practical, proactive, and takes pride in their workUnderstands health and safety proceduresCan work independently and as part of a teamIs friendly, approachable and committed to supporting our school communityIn Return, We Offer:
A supportive and welcoming school communityA varied and rewarding role with opportunities for trainingA well-resourced and cared-for siteLocal government pension scheme
Please phone Tilney St Lawrence office on 01945 880405 if you are interested or email - [email protected]
How to apply
A job description is available from ‘Attachments’.
To download an application form, click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button.
Completed forms should be returned to – [email protected]
Closing date: 12 November 2026, 12 noon
Interview date: w/c 16 November 2026
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. To this end, you may be required to undergo pre-employment checks.
This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.
This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for this role.