Job Description

Job Title: School Caretaker

Location: Cambridge, CB24

Salary: £15.00 – £18.00 per hour (Depending on Experience)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Start Date: ASAP

Setting: Primary, Secondary & SEN Schools

Company: Complete Classroom Services

Are you a reliable and proactive Caretaker looking for your next opportunity within a school environment?

Complete Classroom Services is currently recruiting an experienced School Caretaker to support a school in the Cambridge (CB24) area. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated individual who takes pride in maintaining safe, secure, and well-presented school premises.

We are looking for a hands-on and dependable professional with previous caretaking, facilities, maintenance, or site management experience who can contribute to the smooth day-to-day operation of the school.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

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Opening and closing the school site, ensuring buildings are secure at all times.

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Carrying out routine site inspections and health & safety checks.

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Performing minor repairs, maintenance, decorating, and general DIY tasks.

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Conducting weekly fire alarm tests and maintaining accurate records.

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Monitoring emergency exits, lighting, heating, and water systems.

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Supporting compliance with health & safety, safeguarding, and site security procedures.

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Ensuring the school grounds, classrooms, communal areas, and external spaces are clean, safe, and well-maintained.

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Coordinating deliveries and distributing items to the appropriate departments.

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Liaising with contractors and supervising works carried out on site.

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Assisting with room setups for assemblies, events, examinations, and school functions.

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Monitoring stock levels and ordering maintenance and cleaning supplies when required.

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Reporting maintenance issues and supporting planned preventative maintenance activities.

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Supporting the wider school team to ensure a safe and positive learning environment for pupils and staff.

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

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Previous experience as a School Caretaker, Site Supervisor, Facilities Assistant, Premises Officer, or similar role.

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Good practical maintenance and DIY skills.

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Knowledge of health & safety procedures and site compliance.

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Experience carrying out fire alarm checks and routine building inspections.

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Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.

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Strong communication and organisational skills.

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A proactive and professional approach to work.

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An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to pay for a new DBS)

Why Work With Us?

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Competitive pay rates of £15.00 – £18.00 per hour.

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Full-time hours: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

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Immediate start available.

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Opportunity to work within a supportive school environment.

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Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment team.

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Potential for long-term and permanent opportunities.

How to Apply

Apply today by submitting your CV to Complete Classroom Services