Job Introduction
Caretaker
Barton Stacey CE Primary School (part of The Dever Valley Federation) are looking for an enthusiastic, friendly and self-motivated person to join our staff team. This would suit someone who has a range of practical skills and enjoys carrying out small DIY tasks and occasional gardening jobs around the site.The Caretaker will contribute to the day to day operational management of the school, and ensure the safety and security of the school site.
The successful candidate will be able to:
Take pride in keeping our school safe, welcoming and well maintained
- Be proactive and show great initiative, with strong organisational and time-management skills
- Work flexibly to meet the varied needs of a busy school environment
- Be a valued team player and an active part of our friendly school community
- Take responsibility for site security as a key holder
- Carry out a range of repairs, maintenance and practical jobs, ensuring our lighting, heating and facilities run smoothly
- Support and motivate our cleaning team to maintain a high standard of cleanliness throughout the school
- Work closely with the Business Manager to ensure all aspects of health and safety are fully met
- Demonstrate professionalism, discretion and a strong sense of confidentiality at all times
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 can offer:
- A supportive, friendly and welcoming school team who value everyone’s contribution
- A positive and well-resourced working environment where no two days are the same
- Appropriate training and development to help you succeed in your role
We warmly encourage you to get in touch for more information or to arrange a visit — we’d be delighted to show you around our school.To arrange a visit please contact Mrs Donna Stokes, Federation Business Manager at adminoffice@bartonstacey.hants.sch.uk or 01962 760340
Closing date: 9th January midday
Interview date: TBC
Start date: March 2026
Contract/hours: Fixed term contract with potential to transfer to a permanent contract
Hours of work: 20 hours per week (ideally as a split shift 7.00-8.30am & 3.30-6.00pm). 52 weeks per year
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.
