School Caretaker

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Southampton
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

Building maintenance Cleaning Health & safety compliance Fire alarm testing Emergency lighting checks Safeguarding Teamwork Time management

FULL DESCRIPTION

School Caretaker

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is hiring a School Caretaker for Woodlands School in Southampton.

  • Location: Southampton
  • Salary: £13.31 per hour
  • Type: Full-time, Permanent
  • Hours: 40 per week (Mon-Fri 09:30-18:00)

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

Better places, thriving communities. At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] we bring out the best in places. Unlocking their potential so that everyone looks forward to using them and can do their best work in them. From offices and shopping centres to hospitals and airports, we create better places for the communities we serve to thrive.

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.

What we offer you

  • 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.

Safeguarding Commitment

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

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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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