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School Caretaker – Long-Term Supply Opportunity

Location: Wythenshawe, Manchester
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Long-Term Temporary / Supply Position
Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday
Pay: Competitive rates, paid weekly via our in-house PAYE payroll

Premier Education is recruiting a reliable, hardworking and experienced School Caretaker for a full-time, long-term supply position at a welcoming school in the Wythenshawe area of Manchester.

This position is available for an immediate start and offers an excellent opportunity for someone looking for regular, long-term work within a school environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the school premises are safe, secure, clean and well-maintained, helping to provide a positive learning environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

We are particularly interested in candidates who have previous caretaking, site maintenance or facilities experience, ideally within a school or educational setting.

The Role:

• Carrying out general caretaking and site maintenance duties across the school

• Ensuring the school premises are safe, secure and well-maintained

• Opening and securing the school buildings where required

• Completing basic repairs, maintenance and DIY tasks

• Carrying out regular health and safety checks around the school site

• Monitoring the condition of school buildings, grounds and facilities

• Supporting with cleaning duties and maintaining high standards of cleanliness

• Managing waste disposal and keeping outdoor areas tidy

• Setting up classrooms, halls and other areas for school activities and events

• Reporting maintenance issues and liaising with contractors when required

• Following school health and safety procedures

• Working closely with the school leadership team and wider support staff

Candidate Requirements:

• Previous caretaking, maintenance or facilities experience is desirable

• Experience working within a school or similar environment would be an advantage

• Good practical DIY and general maintenance skills

• Basic understanding of health and safety procedures

• Ability to work independently and manage daily tasks effectively

• Reliable, punctual and hardworking

• A flexible, proactive and hands-on approach

• Good communication and organisational skills

• Physically capable of carrying out general caretaking duties

• Available to start ASAP and commit to long-term supply work

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

What's on Offer:

• Full-time School Caretaker position in Wythenshawe

• Immediate start available

• Long-term, ongoing supply work

• Monday to Friday working week

• Opportunity to work within a welcoming and supportive school environment

• Competitive rates of pay

• Weekly pay through our in-house PAYE payroll

• Ongoing support from a dedicated Premier Education consultant

About Premier Education

Premier Education is a trusted education recruitment agency, proudly supporting schools and education professionals across the North of England since 2001. We take the time to understand your needs and work hard to find you the right role, every time.

Safeguarding Statement

The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks in line with safer recruitment practices. This role involves safeguarding responsibilities, and candidates must be committed to promoting the welfare of children and young people.

All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship for non-UK candidates.

Apply today to be considered for this long-term School Caretaker opportunity in Wythenshawe, with an immediate start available.