Caretaker

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time, Full Year

Reference Number: _SPA_477.40

The Emmaus Catholic Academy Trust and local governing body of St Patrick’s RC Primary School are dedicated to providing an outstanding Catholic education to our children and pupils. We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed caretaker to join our friendly team.

Under the guidance of appropriate senior staff, the Caretaker will be responsible for maintenance, security and facilities management services on school sites and premises and provide specialist support in a specific resource area. To manage cleaning and/or site staff and ensure cleaning is in accordance with specification.

The Caretaker will undertake and maintain the cleanliness and physical appearance/environment of the designated cleaning area – inside and out. The Caretaker will be a responsible key holder and ensure security of the premises and grounds.

Closing Date: Friday 30th January 2026

Interview Date: Monday 9th February 2026

Applications need to be made using the CES application form, available from the Emmaus website.

Please return completed application forms and supporting documents to Margaret Webbon, School Business Manager by email;

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS application and will be subject to further safer recruitment checks, such as references, with  retained on file. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check, as part of our due-diligence in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025.