About this role
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Caretaker to join our fantastic team at Camberwell Park Specialist School
This is a Grade 3, permanent post working 35 hours per week, all-year round. The full-time salary is £25,583 - £25,989.This position involves working shift patterns and may include some evening or weekend responsibilities.
We’re looking for:
We are seeking a reliable, skilled, and proactive Caretaker to join our site team. This is a varied and rewarding role, essential to the smooth running of our school. The successful candidate will ensure the security, safety, cleanliness, and general maintenance of the school premises and grounds. You will also be a key holder and play a vital role in maintaining health and safety standards, supporting school events, and responding to site-related emergencies.
Key responsibilities will include:
General repairs and site maintenance (inside and outside)Daily monitoring of health and safety, including fire safety checksSecurity of the school site, including acting as a key holder and monitoring CCTV (where applicable)Liaison with contractors and monitoring of their compliance with site regulationsSupervision of cleaning staff and oversight of external cleaning contractorsGrounds maintenance including litter picking and gritting during poor weatherSetting up for school events such as exams and parents’ eveningsMaintaining stock levels and ordering suppliesSupporting lettings and school events outside of normal school hoursActing as a first aider (training provided if needed)You will need to evidence:
Previous experience of caretaker or similar role responsible for maintenance, cleaning, and repair tasksKnowledge of Health & Safety and hygiene regulations, understanding of COSHH requirements is desirable.Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with staff, pupils, contractors, and visitorsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamPhysical ability to undertake manual handling and caretaking dutiesGood ICT, literacy and numeracy skills with ability to keep accurate recordsFull driving licence is highly desirableTo find out more about the full responsibilities of the role and/or to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached job description.
How to Apply
Please follow the online application process to be considered. Interviews will take place in person shortly after the job is closed.
All school staff are expected to share the Trust’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.