Caretaker

Bury Full Time 25,185 - 25,989 Permanent Expires 10/12/2025 About the Role CARETAKER GRADE C SCP 4 6 (25,185 - 25,989) 37 HOURS PER WEEK ALL YEAR ROUND PERMANENT CONTRACT REQUIRED ASAP Bury Church of England High School, with its long and distinguished history, is proud to be a part of the Bishop Fraser Trust family of Schools, which provides a great opportunity to work closely with other Trust schools, sharing good practice and building on our ongoing progress. Our commitment to Christian values and our motto Let your light shine guide us in providing a safe and caring community where every individual can flourish. WE ARE SEEKING A PASSIONATE CANDIDATE WHO: Has a conscientious and diligent work ethic. Has high standards and takes pride in delivering a quality service. Is able to listen to, understand and follow instructions. Has an understanding of health and safety regulations in relation to ensuring safe working practice in undertaking your role. Is willing to undertake training and work flexibly to meet the demands of a continuously improving organisation. Enjoys working as part of a team and can communicate effectively with pupils, parents and staff. Can quickly build rapport and effective professional relationships with both our young people and colleagues. Enthuses and motivates colleagues and students to work hard and try their best. Previous experience of working within an education setting is desirable but full training will be provided. Demonstrates personal resilience and role models those personal qualities we wish to instill in our young people. YOUR MAIN DUTIES WOULD BE: Ensuring that for all stakeholders, school facilities are in excellent and safe condition as a result of the highest possible standards of maintenance and care. Providing a variety of essential maintenance, health and safety & security functions to aid the smooth running of the school. IN RETURN, WE OFFER: Continuous Professional Development (CPD): Access to National College training, subject‑specific CPD, leadership pathways and mentoring programmes. Career Progression: Clear pathways for growth, from early careers to leadership roles. Well‑being & Support: Leadership training focused on wellbeing, mental health resources and staff networks. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI): Commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, with ongoing EDI training and initiatives. Long weekend off in November for teachers and term‑time support staff. Automatic pay progression for teachers; no performance‑related appraisals and pay reviews. Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days for all year‑round support staff, increasing to 28 days after 5 years. A paid premium to a Healthcare Cash Plan to claim back contributions towards dental, optical and other medical costs via UK Healthcare 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme. Amazing benefits and discounts via UK Healthcare. Fantastic facilities. A lunch allowance for those colleagues volunteering to assist in lunchtime duties or activities. APPLICATION INFORMATION: For more information visit our website www.burychurch.bury.sch.uk or contact our Business Operations Team on 0161 762 0997 or by emailing hr@bury.tbft.sch.uk. To apply please complete the attached application form via the link. Caretaker | SAMpeople Recruit Please do not send CVs as they will not be considered. We reserve the right to close the recruitment early should sufficient suitable candidate applications be received. The Bishop Fraser Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to child protection screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview. CLOSING DATE Wednesday 10th December 2025 @ 9.00am INTERVIEWS TBC Employment could affect your benefits, find out more here. Turn2us Benefits Calculator. #J-18808-Ljbffr