Caretaker

Job Introduction

Halterworth is a popular, 2-form entry primary school in Romsey. We are part of the University of Winchester Academy Trust.  We are looking for an enthusiastic, friendly, self-motivated caretaker to join our staff team. This would suit someone who has a range of practical skills and is able to carry out DIY jobs as well as cleaning. The Caretaker will contribute to the day-to-day operational management of our school, ensuring the safety and security of the school site. They will provide a caretaking, cleaning, porterage and routine maintenance service to meet the needs of the school, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and operational effectiveness, and compliance with health and safety requirements. 

Job/Person Summary

The successful candidate will be able to:

• Show initiative, be proactive, have good organisational and time management skills
• Be a team player and be a member of our school community
• Be able to work in a flexible manner to support the needs of the school
• Help manage the new site and buildings to the highest standard possible
• Take responsibility for security and be a key holder
• Undertake a range of repairs and maintenance and ensure lighting and heating are operational.
• In the first instance carry out cleaning and, as the school grows, overseeing a cleaning team to ensure premises are cleaned to a high standard.
• Work with the Headteacher to ensure all aspects of health and safety for the school and the site.      
• Ensure that a high level of confidentiality and professionalism is maintained

 The successful candidate will enjoy working in a school environment, build positive relationships with the staff and take pride and responsibility for maintaining our school to a high standard.
 Experience is desirable but full training will be available for the successful candidate.
 

In return we will offer:-
A supportive, friendly and welcoming school team

Good working conditions and environment
 Appropriate training as required

Application Procedure

Applications should be on University of Winchester Academy Trust application form and individual CV’s will not be accepted. If you currently work in a school, please ensure one of your references is from your current Headteacher. Application forms and further information about the school can be found on the Halterworth Primary School website: Halterworth Primary School - Vacancies 

Please submit your application as soon as possible as we may invite candidates to interview before the closing date. Closing Date: Friday 5th December 2025. Please indicate clearly on your application which post you are applying for. 

For an informal conversation about the post or to arrange to meet our Headteacher, Julie Bray, please contact the school office at schooloffice@halterworth.uwinat.co.uk  

Completed application forms should be returned by the closing date to Julie Bray, Headteacher via email at the above address. Alternatively, a paper copy sent to Halterworth Primary School, Halterworth Lane, Romsey, Hampshire, SO51 9AD.

Safer Recruitment

The University of Winchester Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Prior to interview, an online search will be carried out on information that is publicly available as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. All successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS) along with other relevant employment checks, including Children’s Barred List.