School Caretaker

Knowsley Source: WhatJobs

£13.02 per hour

We are looking for a reliable, customer-focused Caretaker to manage a school site. You'll be the key link between the school and the site management team, covering all aspects of general site management, including planned and reactive building maintenance, porterage, security and reception duties.

You will most likely be based at one of two sites, which will be confirmed on offer. You may also be asked to cover other schools across Knowsley, so a driving licence is essential.

Location: Knowsley (schools across the borough)

Pay: £13.02 per hour (PAYE)

Contract: Temporary, initially until 31st December

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a 30-minute daily break

Early shift: 06:00-14:00

Late shift: 13:00-21:00

Occasional weekend work required

You must be flexible to cover both shifts

Responsibilities

Carry out planned and reactive maintenance and repairs, including fire alarm and L8 testing
Complete minor works such as painting and putting up notice boards
Open and lock the building, and carry out regular site security tours
Maintain the visitor book and manage external contractors in line with H&S guidelines, issuing access permits as required
Carry out monthly meter readings and handle porterage requests
Manage the building when Community Use groups are on site
Respond promptly to school requests and reactive tasks during the school day
Follow COSHH, H&S and company procedures, keeping equipment, documentation and records in good order
Report any accidents, near misses, or health, safety and environmental issues
Work safely and on your own initiative as directed by the Site Manager
Attend training and complete out-of-hours overtime as required