Light Caretaker Role – Job Description

Job Title: Caretaker

Working Hours: Monday to Friday 2.5 hrs per day term time from 4pm

Salary: £15.00 per hour

Role Purpose

The Light Caretaker role is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, secure, and well‑presented environment. This role includes light maintenance duties, routine inspections, and responsibility for end‑of‑day security procedures, including locking up the premises.

Key Responsibilities

Facilities Maintenance

  • Carry out basic repair’s tasks

  • Conduct routine inspections of the building to identify minor issues.

  • Report any major maintenance concerns promptly for escalation.

  • Ensure external areas such as pathways and entrances remain tidy and hazard‑free.

Cleaning & Housekeeping

  • Perform light cleaning tasks in communal areas (e.g., wiping surfaces, sanitising touchpoints).

  • Ensure bins are emptied and waste is disposed of correctly.

  • Maintain cleanliness of small outdoor areas where required.

Security & Locking Up Duties

  • Lock and secure the building at the end of the day, following agreed procedures.

  • Check all rooms, toilets, and communal areas to ensure they are empty before locking.

  • Switch off lights, close windows, and secure doors as required.

  • Activate and test alarm systems in line with training and protocols.

  • Ensure fire exits and access points are secured appropriately.

  • Report any security concerns, damage, or unusual activity immediately to management.

Health & Safety

  • Conduct regular checks for hazards and ensure compliance with health & safety procedures.

  • Ensure fire exits and walkways remain clear at all times.

  • Support with routine safety checks such as testing emergency lighting where trained.

General Support

  • Assist with room setups, moving lightweight furniture or equipment.

  • Support staff with general facilities‑related requests.

  • Receive deliveries and distribute items where needed.

Person Specification

Essential

  • Practical, hands‑on approach with basic DIY skills.

  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks.

  • Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy.

  • Comfortable performing building unlocking/locking procedures.

  • Physically able to handle light lifting and general caretaker duties.

Desirable

  • Previous experience in a caretaker or facilities role.

  • Basic understanding of health & safety procedures (e.g., COSHH, manual handling).

  • Willingness to undertake further training.

Additional Information

  • Uniform and training provided (if applicable).

  • Enhanced DBS check may be required (if working in schools, care settings, etc.).

  • Flexibility to support occasional out‑of‑hours tasks.

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Do you hold a full UK valid driving licence?
Do you have previous Cleaning experience
Are you aware of COSHH
What Cleaning tasks are you familiar with?
Cleaning roles often require working independently. Are you comfortable working alone?
Are you able to provide all right to work documents, i.e. passport, or birth certificate with proof on national insurance number. If none UK passport a share code will be required.
If you are successful, you will be required to provide identity documents to complete a DBS check. Are you able to provide the necessary documentation?
Have you previously worked in a school or similar environment?
Are you comfortable working around children and following safeguarding procedures?
Have you received any training related to safeguarding or working in environments with children/vulnerable adults?
Do you understand what a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check is and why it’s required in a school setting?
Are you willing to undergo a DBS check (or equivalent) as this role involves working in a school environment?
Do you have any unspent convictions?
Is there anything that will appear on your DBS check? Failure to disclose this could result in your application being rejected.