Primary School Caretaker - full time in Bradford
Posted by Teaching Personnel
£150 a day
Bradford · Permanent
SCHOOL CARETAKER
Location: BD19
Role: Full Time | Starting January 2027
Hours: Monday-Friday, 6:30am-12:30pm & 3:00pm-6:30pm
Daily Rate: £150
About the Role
We are seeking a reliable, proactive and practical Caretaker to join a friendly primary school team. You will play a key role in maintaining a safe, secure and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors, ensuring the school site is well-maintained and operates smoothly on a daily basis.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out general maintenance, repairs and handyman duties across the school site.
- Ensure buildings and grounds are safe, secure, clean and well-maintained.
- Complete routine health and safety checks and report any issues.
- Open and secure the school premises each day.
- Assist with setting up rooms and moving equipment as required.
- Liaise with contractors and support site improvement projects.
Desirable Requirements
- Previous experience in a caretaking, site management, maintenance or facilities role.
- Good practical DIY, repair and general maintenance skills.
- Knowledge of health and safety procedures within a school or similar environment.
- Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload.
- Good communication and problem-solving skills.
- A proactive and reliable approach with strong attention to detail.
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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