Primary School Caretaker

Primary School Caretaker

Location:

Bradford

Contract:

Part Time (Potential for Permanent)

Start Date:

05/01/2026
Salary:
Competitive, depending on experience

We are recruiting for a reliable, proactive Praimry School Caretaker to ensure a school site is safe, secure, clean and well maintained. This varied role is suited to an experienced caretaker, facilities worker or skilled handyperson.

About the Role

This role involves working on a split shift pattern (morning and afternoon/evening cover) to support the safe opening and closing of the school site. You will manage day-to-day site operations including maintenance, health & safety checks, security, cleaning supervision and minor repairs, acting as key holder and supporting contractors and lettings.

Key Responsibilities

General site maintenance, repairs and decorating
Key holding, opening/closing site and responding to alarms
Health & safety checks and record keeping
Overseeing cleaning staff and schedules
Supporting utilities, grounds and external areas
Managing contractors, deliveries and lettings
Supporting maintenance planning and site budgetsRequirements

Experience in caretaking, maintenance or site management
Good organisation and communication skills
Ability to work independently
Basic literacy and numeracy
Full UK driving licence
Physically able to carry out manual tasks
Commitment to safeguarding and health & safety

Additional Information

Split shift working pattern required (morning and afternoon/evening cover)
Enhanced DBS required
Occasional out-of-hours callouts
Must be eligible to work in the UKIf you are practical, dependable and take pride in maintaining a safe school environment, we would love to hear from you