School Caretaker

About the role St. Andrew’s School has a vacancy to start in 2026 – School Caretaker. Full‑time, permanent, 35 hours a week. Closing date: Thursday 4 December 2025. Salary: £27,064 per annum. We are looking for a positive, proactive and dedicated caretaker to become a valued part of our school community. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work and wants to make a difference in the daily lives of pupils and staff. St. Andrew’s School is a unique setting, spread across four beautiful Victorian buildings. We make the most of our distinctive layout and are proud to maintain our site through a regular and proactive maintenance programme. If you thrive on keeping things running smoothly, enjoy variety in your day, and are committed to creating a clean, safe and welcoming environment for all, we’d love to hear from you. Requirements We are looking for someone who will: Be positive, adaptable and have the ability to work well within a small team. Be willing to be part of a supportive school community. Be happy to drive the school minibus to support school events and trips as needed and hold, or be willing to undertake training for, a D1 category licence. Have a proactive approach to repairs and maintenance with a keen eye for detail. Understand the importance of undertaking regular routine maintenance checks, such as fire extinguishers, equipment checks and alarm monitoring. Be able to contribute to projects and maintenance schedules and supervise contractors on‑site. Be aware of the importance of safeguarding within a school setting. Be willing to attend the site outside core hours due to unforeseen circumstances or in the event of an emergency. What we offer Sociable working hours. Limited weekend and evening requirements. A welcoming and inclusive school environment. Opportunities to discuss ideas for improvements. Exceptional support from the Senior Leadership Team and colleagues. Free school lunches. A role where no two days are the same. Deadline for applications: Thursday 4 December 2025. We reserve the right to close early if sufficient applications are received. Interview details: Date to be confirmed, interviews will be onsite at St Andrew's School. How to apply: Complete and submit a fully completed application form via the edt website. We do not offer sponsorship; candidates must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. Safeguarding St. Andrew’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and an Enhanced DBS Check. For further information, please view our Safeguarding Policy on the school website. Equal Opportunity St. Andrew’s School provides a supportive and inclusive environment for employees with disabilities. If you require specific adjustments during the application process, please let us know how we can support you. #J-18808-Ljbffr