Senior Caretaker High School

Senior Caretaker - Aylesbury High School

Location:

Aylesbury

Standard Shift (Non-Residential):
Monday – Thursday: 07:00 – 14:30
Friday: 07:00 – 14:00
Essential Overtime
: 22 hours of overtime required every 1 weekend in 3 to cover school events, hirings, and statutory maintenance.
Holiday Entitlement: 23 days per year to be taken subject to agreement with the Facilities Director

Salary Details: £31,098 - £33,385
Contract type: Permanent
Hours
:
Full-time
Closing date: 06/02/2026
Interviews to be held: 17th + 18th February 2026

Aylesbury High School (AHS) is a forward-thinking girls’ grammar school that values both academic and pastoral excellence and co-curricular opportunities with the vision of developing uniquely talented young adults, who are independent, strong and confident

We create a welcoming environment which draws the very best from all in our community.

Achieved by providing an ambitious education that stimulates creative and critical thinking, values diversity and facilitates dynamic personal development.

The AHS values are Confidence, Respect, Engagement, Aspiration, Teamwork and Enjoyment and we want all our community to experience, develop and demonstrate these characteristics both within the curriculum and through our extensive co-curricular offering.

Team Supervision: Line manages the Junior Caretaker(s). Delegate tasks, monitor quality of work, and ensure professional standards are met through training or otherwise.

Prioritisation
:
Work with Facilities Admin to manage conflicting demands and daily task lists.

Site Security
:
Manage the team responsible for the daily unlocking/locking of the site. Act as a primary keyholder for emergency alarm call-outs (intruder/fire).

Risk Assessments
:
Maintain a central register of all risk assessments for the facilities operation. Conduct dynamic risk assessments for one-off maintenance tasks.

COSHH
:
Maintain the school’s H&S database and central file of COSHH hazard data sheets for all materials used by the Facilities/Cleaning teams.

Statutory Testing
:
Perform and maintain records for example Fire Alarm tests, Fire Extinguisher checks, and Emergency Lighting "flick tests." etc

Water Maintenance
:
Liaise with contractor on Legionella prevention actions

Asbestos
:
Maintain the Asbestos Register, ensuring it is available for all contractors.

Remedial Repairs
:
Undertake repairs including plumbing (leaks/taps), electrical (like-for-like unit/bulb replacement), carpentry, and decorating etc.

Waste Management
:
Coordinate the safe disposal of general and hazardous waste in accordance with current legislation.

Compliance Software
:
Use the ‘Every’ Helpdesk system to manage and resolve maintenance issues, track activities, and complete statutory compliance.

Contractors
:
Managing safeguarding compliance for contractors on-site, ensuring they adhere to school safety protocols.

Porterage & Grounds
:
Lead the setup for school events (exams, hirings) and ensure exterior areas are safe, tidy, and clear of hazards (snow/ice/leaves).

Cleaning Support
:
Support the Cleaning Supervisor with staff shortages and monitor cleaning standards across the site.

Hiring Liaison
:
Meet hirers to ensure requirements are met, and inspect facilities for damage or cleanliness at the end of sessions.

Work with other members of the Facilities Team to contribute to the school improvement process.

The requirements of the post may vary from time to time without altering its essential nature or level of responsibility.

Contribution to whole school self-evaluation will take the form of:

• Being involved in whole school surveys
• Participating in the Appraisal process
• Participating in CPD activities

The requirements of the post may vary from time to time without altering its essential nature or level of responsibility.

Essential Criteria:

• Practical Skill: Strong ability to problem-solve and use initiative for minor repairs and maintenance.
• Leadership: Experience in supervising staff or leading a team in a trade/maintenance environment.
• Compliance Knowledge: Solid understanding of H&S regulations (COSHH, Working…