Caretaker​/Site Supervisor; King Edward VI School

We are looking for a Site Supervisor to join our site team at King Edward VI School, Lichfield for students aged 11-18 years. The successful candidate will have a positive outlook, be reliable, have practical, hands- on skills, flexible in attitude and able to cope with the varied nature of the role. They will need to be able to use their initiative, be proactive to the needs of the school, have a good understanding of Health & Safety/COSSH Regulations and be able to take on small projects as required.

The post holder will undertake general maintenance work around the site and carry out some grounds work. The physical aspect of the role also involves putting up and taking down exam desks and moving furniture. Whilst previous experience and/or relevant skills are preferred, they are not essential.

The role involves occasional early morning/early evening work to cover site security and events such as Open Evenings that occur during the school year.

The post is full time, permanent, 37 hours per week, whole year. The daily working hours are negotiable between 8:00am - 5:30pm. At times this will need to be adjusted to provide coverage until 6:30pm for evening events.

Please be aware that the job profile is generic and therefore duties may differ. These can be discussed at interview.

Visits to the site are welcomed.

King Edward VI School is a popular 11-18 comprehensive school rated Good by OfSTED in 2022 with recognition of outstanding practice and a highly positive ethos. The school is well-regarded within the community and has a reputation for high quality teaching. Lichfield is a small, vibrant cathedral city which is easily accessible from the surrounding areas.

For further information and all the documents you will need to make an application, please visit our website at: , email:  or telephone us on

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This position is subject to a criminal records check from the Disclosure & Barring Service (Formerly CRB) which will require you to disclose all criminal convictions.