School Caretaker with Enhanced DBS

Location: Bradford, BD5
Start Date: 29/05/2026
Job Type: Ongoing
Pay Rate: £14.12 per hour
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm

During school half terms, shifts will be reduced to either:

• 10:00am - 2:00pm
  or
• 9:00am - 1:00pm

We are currently seeking a reliable, hardworking, and proactive School Caretaker to join a busy school site in Bradford (BD5). This is an ongoing position offering consistent weekday hours within a supportive educational environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining the safety, cleanliness, and overall presentation of the school premises, ensuring the site is secure, clean, well-maintained, and operational at all times.

This role includes both caretaker and cleaning responsibilities.

• Opening and locking the school premises
• General maintenance and basic repairs
• Carrying out daily cleaning duties across classrooms, corridors, toilets, offices, and communal areas
• Ensuring the school grounds and buildings are clean, safe, and secure
• Waste disposal and replenishing cleaning supplies
• Carrying out health & safety checks
• Setting up rooms and facilities for school activities or events
• Monitoring heating, lighting, and alarm systems
• Liaising with contractors and school staff when required
• Responding promptly to site issues and maintenance requests

• Previous caretaker, cleaning, maintenance, or site assistant experience essential
• Good practical maintenance skills
• Understanding of cleaning standards and health & safety procedures
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently
• Good communication and organisational skills

An Enhanced DBS certificate is mandatory for this role.
Candidates must either hold a valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to obtain one prior to starting employment.

• £14.12 per hour
• Ongoing, stable employment
• Monday to Friday working schedule
• Supportive school environment
• Immediate start available
• Opportunity to work within the education sector

If you are interested in this position and meet the requirements, please apply with your CV today.


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