School Caretaker

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School Caretaker 

Location: Pontefract
Pay rate: Around £12.71 per hour
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract: Temporary until August

We are currently recruiting for a reliable and hands‑on Caretaker to join a busy school in Pontefract. This is a key role in ensuring the school site remains safe, secure, and well maintained for pupils, staff, and visitors.

About the role:
  • Working Hours: 37 hours per week 
  • Monday - Friday: Between hours of 6 AM and 5 PM.
  • Around £12.71 Per hour
  • Weekly pay
Key Responsibilities:
  • Opening and closing the school site
  • General maintenance and basic repairs
  • Health & safety checks across the premises
  • Setting up rooms for events and school activities
  • Monitoring the security of the site and responding to emergencies
  • Liaising with contractors where required
  • Ensuring outdoor areas and buildings are kept safe and presentable
The Ideal Candidate Will:
  • Have previous caretaking, maintenance, or site management experience (school experience desirable)
  • Be practical, proactive, and reliable
  • Understand health & safety requirements in a school environment
  • Be flexible and happy to work split shifts
  • Must have an Enhanced DBS check

 

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