A welcoming secondary academy in Leeds is seeking a practical, dependable, and hands-on School Caretaker to manage day-to-day site operations, security, and maintenance for an immediate (ASAP) start.
Job Overview As School Caretaker, you will play a vital role in ensuring the school campus is safe, secure, warm, and well-maintained for pupils, staff, and visitors. Working closely with the Premises Manager and Headteacher, you will take hands-on responsibility for site security, routine repairs, health and safety compliance checks, and contractor liaison. This is a full-time, ongoing or permanent post.
Key Responsibilities
Perform daily morning opening or evening locking-up procedures, securing doors, windows, gates, and setting security alarm systems
Carry out routine minor repairs, woodwork, painting, basic plumbing, and general DIY across classrooms, halls, and outbuildings
Conduct scheduled statutory health and safety checks (fire alarm tests, emergency lighting, water temperature logs for legionella, and playground equipment checks)
Manage heating, lighting, and boiler systems to maintain optimum learning conditions
Supervise cleaning staff and liaise with external maintenance contractors and trade technicians
Respond to emergency call-outs, severe weather clearance (pathway gritting), and site security incidents
The School & What’s on Offer
Immediate Start: Full-time, long-term or permanent contract starting ASAP
Competitive Pay: £23,000 – £26,000 equivalent (dependent on experience)
Environment: Supportive secondary academy with dedicated facilities facilities equipment
Location: Convenient Leeds location with dedicated staff parking on-site
Candidate Requirements
Proven experience in general maintenance, caretaking, trades, or facilities upkeep (school setting advantageous)
Practical DIY skills (basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, and mechanical troubleshooting)
Good knowledge of basic Health & Safety at Work practices and safe manual handling
Physical fitness and a proactive approach to site troubleshooting
An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
How to Apply Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this Caretaker post in Leeds for an immediate start.
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