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School Caretaker

TeacherActive
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 3 days
Location

Tonypandy, Rhondda Cynon Taff CF40 2HZ, Wales

Salary

£13.69 - £15 per hour

Contract type

Part Time

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  • TeacherActive is seeking a caretaker for a long-term position starting in September at a primary school in the Pentre area.
  • Candidates should have experience as a caretaker or a hands-on background, such as factory or labor work, and a proactive attitude towards their work.
  • The role includes responsibilities like opening and closing the school, performing maintenance tasks, and ensuring safety compliance.
  • The position requires reliability, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to use initiative, with a salary reflecting market-leading rates of pay.
  • Applicants will be paid on a PAYE basis and will undergo an enhanced DBS check and ID verification as part of the registration process.

Do you possess the hands-on skills to maintain a school setting? 

Do you take pride in your work and can contribute to the smooth running of a school? 

Can you be proactive and use your initiative to solve situations? 

Perhaps you come from a manufacturing or labouring background and you're looking for a change of pace, possibly you've worked as a groundsman or handyman and are looking for some more sociable hours. If so, school caretaking could be an ideal fit. 

TeacherActive are looking for a caretaker for a long term position starting in September for a primary school in the Pentre area. The role will involve being a key holder, responsible for opening and closing the school and will require someone available to work split shifts to accommodate this.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Ensure maintenance tasks and minor repairs are completed within the building such as painting, shelving, door handles, leaks, lighting etc
  • Opening and closing the buildings daily
  • Make sure heating, lighting and alarm systems are working properly
  • Ensure wash areas and toilet areas are regularly replenished and kept up to standards
  • Check all fire safety signage and equipment are legally compliant and recorded
  • Upkeep of gardens and school grounds

The successful Caretaker / Groundsman will have:

  • Experience as a caretaker or a hands-on background e.g factory or labour work 
  • A can do, proactive attitude towards your work
  • Reliability
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to use your initiative
  • Knowledge of public safety and security

In return for the above you can expect to receive:  

  • A dedicated team of consultants available around the clock to help you with the easy onboarding process. 
  • Guaranteed Payment Scheme *T&Cs apply* 
  • CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel 
  • Market leading rates of pay 
  • TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend *Terms and Conditions apply* 

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash. 

If you are interested in this Caretaker / Groundsman position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.  

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

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