Job Introduction

Caretaker-1
Come and join our Titchfield Family! We are a small one form entry Primary School with a big heart. We are very proud of our wonderful school and grounds and are looking for someone to help us to take care of them. Are you someone who is conscientious, motivated and flexible? Are you a good team player who can demonstrate excellent practical skills? The successful candidate will be an important and integral part of our highly valued team helping to ensure a safe school environment for our children. HCC Caretaking team offer a full range of relevant training courses, which you would be required to attend and that will help you to be your best self within the role
As caretaker we are looking for someone who would:
- Be proactive in the general maintenance, security and cleanliness in the school building and grounds, including general DIY
- Be a key holder and first call from our Security Monitoring Company
- Carry out and support Health and Safety checks
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a basic knowledge of Health and Safety
- Is prepared to attend Health and Safety Courses to keep up to date with current legislation
- Will undertake cleaning duties where necessary
- Is able to undertake minor repairs
- Is able to order and maintain stock levels
- Will hire external contractors when the need arises
- Will carry out the Health and Safety checks for the school site (training provided)
- Has good communication skills working with contractors and other members of the school community in a positive and professional manner
16 hours per week
Working pattern 7–10.00am (Monday–Wednesday)
Thursday/Friday 7–10.30 am
Hour pattern can be flexible
HCC Grade C (£26,018 pro rata for 16 hours per week). Actual Salary £11,250. This is a permanent position and you will be contracted for 52 weeks per year.
- Closing date – Friday 2nd October
- Interviews – Tuesday 6th October
- Start date – ASAP depending on notice required and employment checks
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
