Caretaker​/Gardener casual

Employer:

Oxford High School – GDST
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Location:

Oxford, Oxfordshire
• Contract Type:
Permanent
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Hours:

Casual
• Contract Length:
Casual
• Salary: £16.27 per hour (£27,171.00 FTE) including pro rata holiday pay
• Job  
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Start Date:

As soon as possible
• Working Pattern:
As required
• Expires: 31 August 2026.

• Site & Security
• Assist in the security of the school premises, including locking/unlocking buildings and monitoring alarms and surveillance systems.
• Ensure external areas, gym and swimming pool are secure when not in use.
• Support the maintenance of access systems, locks and keys.

• Carry out general repairs and maintenance to buildings, furniture and equipment.
• Support planned preventative maintenance and respond promptly to emergency repairs.
• Assist with monitoring heating, lighting, water systems, fire alarms and other site services.
• Help maintain records relating to safety checks and inspections.

• Maintain landscaped areas, lawns, hedges, planted areas and sports fields across all school sites.
• Carry out mowing, pruning, planting, watering, weeding and seasonal garden maintenance.
• Keep school grounds free from litter and vegetation debris.
• Maintain gardening equipment and report faulty tools or machinery.
• Assist in designing and developing attractive planting schemes.

• Follow all health and safety procedures and risk assessments.
• Assist with fire safety checks, evacuation procedures and site safety routines.
• Support waste management and site cleanliness.
• Provide emergency first aid if qualified.

• Assist with porterage, deliveries and room setups for school events.
• Support school functions, lettings and open days when required.
• Maintain positive working relationships with staff, pupils, parents and contractors.
• Opportunity to assist with minibus driving following appropriate training.

• Have practical maintenance and gardening experience.
• Be organised, dependable and able to work independently.
• Take pride in maintaining high standards across the school environment.
• Have good communication and teamwork skills.
• Be flexible to support occasional evening or weekend requirements.
• Hold a driving licence (desirable).

Since its foundation over 150 years ago in the heart of Oxford’s historic city centre, Oxford High School GDST has been innovative and pioneering in its approach to girls’ education.

Today, Oxford High School is a happy and vibrant place to work. As well as our commitment to girls’ education, we are committed to investing in our staff’s personal development through training and learning initiatives and via the Girls’ Day School Trust network.

The Girls’ Day School Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection checks appropriate to the post, including online searches and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Closing Date: 31 August 2026.

We encourage early applications and reserve the right to interview candidates as applications are received; please note that the vacancy may close early if a suitable candidate is found.