School Caretaker

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Wakefield
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Cleaning & Facilities
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Caretaking Building Maintenance Cleaning Security Health and Safety Compliance Teamwork Independent Work Safeguarding

FULL DESCRIPTION

School Caretaker

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is hiring a School Caretaker for Hilltop Primary School in Wakefield. Full-time, £13.31/hour.

Role Responsibilities

  • Undertake all required training and follow [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]'s Quality, Safety, Health and Environmental policies.
  • Maintain equipment in clean, safe working order and understand all cleaning materials and chemicals used.
  • Ensure proper maintenance, cleaning, security, and safety of school premises and grounds.
  • Respond to helpdesk jobs, unlock/lock buildings, and carry out porterage and room setups.
  • Perform PPM tasks including fire alarm tests, emergency light checks, and support out-of-hours building use.

What We're Looking For

  • Previous caretaking experience (preferred but not essential).
  • Reliable, hardworking, and professional attitude.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Open, honest, self-driven, and determined.
  • Commitment to safeguarding and confidentiality, with willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Benefits

  • Lifestyle benefits via Choices platform including dental insurance, tech discounts, and dining cards.
  • Virtual GP, Salary Finance options, life cover, and cycle-to-work scheme.
  • Recognition through [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Stars, training, and career development opportunities.

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

Since 1987, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]'s 80,000 employees have been maintaining companies globally. We are the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company.

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