School Caretaker in Liverpool, Merseyside

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated, reliable, hardworking and trustworthy School Caretaker to join one of our schools in Liverpool. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that the school premises, buildings and facilities are clean, safe, secure and well maintained to provide a welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the school premises are clean, tidy and well maintained.
• Carry out general maintenance, repairs and basic DIY tasks.
• Conduct regular checks of classrooms, toilets, corridors, playgrounds and other facilities.
• Ensure heating, lighting, water and other essential facilities are functioning properly.
• Maintain school grounds, gardens and outdoor areas.
• Report maintenance issues, damage and health and safety concerns.
• Assist with setting up rooms and facilities for school events and activities.
• Ensure that cleaning equipment and maintenance tools are stored safely.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties assigned by the school management.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience in caretaking, facilities management or general maintenance is desirable.
• Good practical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to carry out minor repairs and maintenance.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Honest, dependable, punctual and hardworking.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Awareness of health and safety procedures.
• An enhanced DBS certificate is required, if you do not currently have one that is on the update service, do not worry as we can provide an application.