Caretaker- Primary Schools

Caretaker - Primary Schools - Swaffham

Pay Rates: £12.71 - £14.57 per hour

We are seeking a reliable, practical, and proactive Caretaker to take responsibility for the day-to-day management and upkeep of our school site. You will play a key role in ensuring the premises are safe, secure, clean, and well maintained, supporting the smooth running of the school for staff and pupils.

This is a hands‑on role requiring initiative, flexibility, and a strong sense of responsibility, including periods of lone working.

• Open and secure school buildings daily
• Carry out regular site inspections, including weather‑related checks
• Respond to emergencies and take appropriate action
• Support site security and risk assessments

• Undertake minor repairs, decorating, and general maintenance
• Carry out basic groundskeeping (litter picking, sweeping, gritting, clearing pathways and car parks)
• Monitor site condition and report or address hazards promptly
• Assist with refurbishment and improvement works
• Ensure equipment is safe, maintained, and compliant

• Support and supervise the cleaning team, including rotas
• Carry out cleaning duties when required
• Oversee contractors on site, ensuring compliance with school procedures

• Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety policies
• Carry out routine safety checks (fire, electrical, asbestos, etc.)
• Maintain accurate records and logs
• Identify and report hazards or unsafe equipment immediately

• Move furniture and equipment as required
• Support setup for school events and activities

• Follow all safeguarding policies and procedures
• Report concerns appropriately
• Attend required safeguarding and training sessions

• Right to Live & Work in the UK
• Current Enhanced DBS Check Adult & Children Checks
• A practical, hands‑on approach to maintenance and site management
• Awareness of health and safety requirements
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities
• Reliability, initiative, and attention to detail
• Willingness to support the wider school community

• 24 hour one on one specialist consultant based within your geographical area
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  Recruitment Services Employee Benefits Programme
• Our own dedicated payroll support ensuring you get the full benefits of your payment

Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4

Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer.