Job description

3 months contract with a Local Authority

Job Summary:

• We are seeking two temporary Caretakers to provide professional caretaking and cleaning services at a school premises.

• The role involves ensuring the building is opened and closed at designated times, maintaining security, overseeing daily cleaning duties, and performing minor repairs and site maintenance tasks.

Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):

• Open and close the premises at designated times, maintaining security and responding to emergency callouts as necessary.

• Perform daily cleaning duties including floors, internal glass, and replenishment of supplies such as soap and towels.

• Carry out basic handyperson duties such as minor repairs to furniture, fixtures, and fittings.

• Monitor and maintain heating and lighting systems in line with energy conservation guidelines.

• Receive and check goods and supplies, distributing as necessary.

• Test fire alarm systems, check fire exits, and maintain the fire log.

• Ensure the disposal of refuse to designated points and maintain hygiene standards throughout the site.

• Support risk management for outdoor activities and assist with school farm duties as required.

• Act as key holder with responsibility for the security of the premises.

• Maintain records and site diary relevant to caretaking and security functions.

Skills/Experience:

• Experience working within a team and basic clerical or administrative tasks.

• Knowledge of building security procedures, including alarm setting and key holding.

• Proven ability to carry out cleaning and caretaking duties efficiently.

• Basic practical skills for minor repairs and site maintenance.

• Understanding of health and safety requirements and willingness to promote equal opportunities.

• Ability to work independently with good self-motivation and problem-solving skills.

• Experience in an educational environment and with heating systems is desirable but not essential.

• Basic Welsh language skills are desirable, with training available if required.

Additional Information:

• Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check with children’s barred list required.

• Role involves occasional unsociable hours and emergency call-outs.

Caretaker

Job description

Karina Nazarenko