Caretaker

Xede Recruitment

School Caretaker 
Location: Ipswich
Position: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday (Rotating Shift Pattern)
We are seeking a reliable, proactive, and hardworking School Caretaker / Maintenance Operative to join our dedicated site team at a busy school in Ipswich. This is a full-time position responsible for ensuring the school premises remain safe, secure, clean, and well-maintained for pupils, staff, and visitors.
Working HoursThe role operates on a rotating shift pattern:
  • Early Shift: 6:30am – 2:30pm
  • Middle Shift: 8:00am – 4:00pm
  • Late Shift: 12:00pm – 8:00pm
Friday shifts finish 30 minutes earlier:
  • Early Shift: 6:30am – 2:00pm
  • Middle Shift: 8:00am – 3:30pm
  • Late Shift: 12:00pm – 7:30pm
Key Responsibilities
  • Carrying out routine maintenance and minor repairs.
  • Undertaking basic plumbing, decorating, carpentry, and general handyman duties.
  • Monitoring the condition of the school site and reporting any defects or safety concerns.
  • Ensuring the premises and grounds are kept clean, tidy, and presentable.
  • Assisting with room setups for school events, meetings, and examinations.
  • Conducting regular health and safety checks across the site.
  • Managing waste disposal and recycling arrangements.
  • Monitoring contractors working on site and ensuring compliance with school procedures.
  • Supporting emergency call-outs and responding promptly to site issues when required.
  • Maintaining security of the premises, including alarm systems, gates, and access control.
  • Assisting with seasonal duties such as gritting pathways during adverse weather conditions.
Person SpecificationThe successful candidate will:
  • Have previous caretaking, facilities, maintenance, or building services experience.
  • Be practical, hands-on, and capable of working independently.
  • Possess good knowledge of general building maintenance and health & safety procedures.
  • Have excellent communication and organisational skills.
  • Be dependable, flexible, and able to prioritise workloads effectively.
  • Take pride in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment.
Essential Requirements
  • Enhanced DBS Certificate issued within the last 12 months (mandatory).
  • Right to work in the UK.
  • Previous experience in a caretaking, maintenance, facilities, or similar role.
  • Ability to work across all shift patterns on a rota basis.
What We Offer
  • Full-time, stable employment (until the end of the academic year)
  • Supportive school environment.
  • Varied and rewarding role.
  • Opportunity to make a positive contribution to the school community.
If you are a dedicated maintenance professional who enjoys a varied role and takes pride in maintaining high standards, we would love to hear from you.

Please call Lee on (phone number removed) or forward your CV to (url removed)
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