School Caretaker - Secondary School

Location: Sittingbourne, Kent
School: Secondary School
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm
Contract: Temporary with potential for ongoing work
Working Pattern: Full-time
Start Date: ASAP

Academics are currently recruiting for a reliable and experienced School Caretaker to join a welcoming secondary school in Sittingbourne.

This is a great opportunity for a hands-on individual with previous caretaking, premises or facilities experience, looking for a full-time, Monday to Friday position.

• Opening and securing the school site.

• Carrying out daily site inspections and security checks.

• Undertaking general maintenance and minor repairs.

• Ensuring the school buildings and grounds remain safe, clean and well maintained.

• Setting up rooms and areas for school activities and events.

• Liaising with contractors and reporting any maintenance issues.

• Monitoring health and safety across the site.

• Supporting with general premises and facilities duties.

• Previous experience in caretaking, premises or facilities management.

• Good practical skills and general maintenance knowledge.

• A proactive, reliable and hands-on approach.

• A good understanding of health and safety.

• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Good communication and organisational skills.

• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service OR be willing to pay for and obtain a new Enhanced DBS.

• A commitment to safeguarding and maintaining a safe environment for pupils and staff.

• Full-time hours: 8:00am-4:00pm, Monday to Friday.

• Competitive hourly rate.

• Opportunity for ongoing work.

• Support from the dedicated Academics

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate''s qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client''s pay policy.