School Caretaker – Huyton

School Caretaker - Huyton

Salary

£28,500 per annum

Location

Huyton, Merseyside

Contract

Permanent

Hours

08:00-16:00 Monday to Friday

We are currently working with a welcoming and well-established primary school in Huyton who are looking to appoint a reliable and experienced School Caretaker to join their team on a permanent basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a practical and proactive individual who takes pride in maintaining a safe, secure and well-presented school environment.

The Role

As School Caretaker, you will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, security and general upkeep of the school premises and grounds.

Your responsibilities will include

• Ensuring the school site is safe, secure and well maintained.
• Carrying out general maintenance, repairs and DIY tasks.
• Completing regular checks of the building, grounds and facilities.
• Identifying and reporting faults, hazards and maintenance requirements.
• Opening and securing the school premises as required.
• Managing keys, access arrangements and security systems.
• Monitoring heating, lighting, water and other building services.
• Maintaining external areas, including playgrounds, paths, fencing and grounds.
• Liaising with contractors and external service providers.
• Supporting health and safety checks and ensuring site compliance.
• Preparing rooms and facilities for school events and activities.
• Responding to urgent maintenance issues and emergencies.
• Maintaining appropriate maintenance and inspection records.
• Carrying out other reasonable duties as required by the school leadership team.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will ideally have

• Previous experience in a caretaking, facilities, maintenance or similar practical role.
• Good general DIY and maintenance skills.
• A proactive approach and the ability to use initiative.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• The ability to work independently and prioritise workload effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A reliable, responsible and professional approach.
• An understanding of health and safety within a workplace environment.
• A commitment to safeguarding and creating a safe environment for children.

Previous experience working within a school or educational setting would be advantageous but is not essential.

Why Join Through Thrive Education Group?

At Thrive Education Group, we work closely with schools and education professionals to connect talented individuals with rewarding opportunities across the education sector.

We provide professional support throughout the recruitment process and are committed to finding the right candidate for both our schools and applicants.

Safeguarding

Thrive Education Group and our partner schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to complete all necessary pre-employment and safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

If you are an experienced caretaker or maintenance professional looking for a permanent opportunity within a primary school in Huyton, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today below.