School Caretaker

School Caretaker | Chorley, Lancashire

Protect and maintain a welcoming learning environment in the heart of Lancashire.

A friendly and ambitious secondary school in Chorley is seeking an energetic School Caretaker to join their team. This role is about more than just "fixing things"—it’s about being a dependable presence on campus who ensures that every student feels safe and that every teacher has a classroom that works.

• Location:
  
  Chorley, Lancashire (Convenient for M6, M61, and M65 commuters)
• Salary: £26,000 – £30,000 (Lancashire County Council Grade)
• Contract:
  
  Full-time, Permanent
• Requirement:
  Experience with Health & Safety legislation is highly desirable.

• Operational Excellence: You will manage the day-to-day "life" of the school building. This includes checking the heating levels in the winter, ensuring the halls are ventilated in the summer, and keeping a meticulous log of all site repairs and inspections.
• Security & Key Holding: You will be responsible for the first line of defense—the school perimeter. This includes checking fences, maintaining external lighting, and managing the electronic door entry systems across the site.
• Maintenance & Improvement: We encourage our caretakers to be proactive. If you see a way to improve the site—whether that’s building a new storage unit or improving the signage—we want to hear your ideas. You will have a budget for small repairs and the autonomy to manage your own workshop.
• Waste & Environment: You will oversee the waste management contracts, ensuring that the school remains clean and that our carbon footprint is minimized through effective waste segregation.

We are looking for someone with a background in building maintenance, facilities management, or a skilled trade. You must be comfortable using technology (for email and site logs) and be able to communicate effectively with staff and students alike. A sense of humor and a patient approach are big pluses in our busy school environment!