Caretaker, Building Maintenance, Facility Maintenance

School Caretaker - Temporary to Permanent

Location: PeterboroughStart: ASAPPay: Depending on experienceHours: Full-time, Monday to FridayDuration: Temporary to Permanent

Are you an experienced School Caretaker looking for your next opportunity?

I am currently supporting a local school seeking a reliable, proactive and safety-conscious Caretaker to help ensure their site runs smoothly and remains a safe, welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

As the School Caretaker, you will be responsible for:

Site Maintenance & Repairs

• Carrying out routine maintenance and minor repairs across plumbing, electrical, joinery and general building tasks.
• Completing preventative maintenance to keep the school safe and operational.
• Managing grounds maintenance such as lawn mowing, hedge trimming, weeding, planting and general outdoor upkeep.

Security & Safety

• Opening and locking the premises daily, ensuring full site security.
• Monitoring access to the site, responding to emergencies and dealing with alarm activations.
• Ensuring safeguarding and security procedures are always followed.

Health & Safety Compliance

• Completing statutory checks and tests including:
  • Fire alarms
  • Emergency lighting
  • Water hygiene (including Legionella flushing)
  • Asbestos monitoring (where applicable)
• Keeping accurate documentation in line with legislation and school policy.
• Identifying hazards, resolving issues and escalating risks appropriately.

Contractor & Facilities Management

• Liaising with contractors and estates teams.
• Issuing permits to work and providing site inductions.
• Verifying completion certificates and ensuring works comply with school standards.

Operational Support

• Monitoring and ordering maintenance and cleaning supplies.
• Setting up rooms, moving furniture and preparing facilities for school events and activities.
• Working collaboratively with school staff to support the smooth running of the school day.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience as a School Caretaker, Premises Officer or similar facilities role.
• Strong understanding of health and safety, statutory checks, safeguarding and site security.
• Practical skills in general maintenance (plumbing, electrical, joinery, basic repairs).
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work proactively and independently.
• A positive, hands-on attitude with good communication skills.
• Enhanced DBS and on the update checking service

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