School Caretaker

Job Title: School Caretaker
Locations: Blackburn, Darwen, Burnley & Accrington

Pay Rate: £17 per hour
Hours:

• Typical Split Shifts: 6:30am - 9:00am & 3:00pm - 6:00pm

• Some roles may be full day shifts (e.g. 6:00am - 2:00pm)
  📅 Contract: Temporary to Permanent

About the Roles:
We are currently recruiting multiple School Caretakers to work across a number of schools in Blackburn, Darwen, Burnley, and Accrington. Each site will require one dedicated candidate, so we are looking to fill several positions simultaneously.

Caretakers play a vital role in ensuring the school site is clean, safe, secure, and well-maintained. These positions are ideal for reliable and skilled individuals with a maintenance or handyman/women background who can work independently and take pride in their work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Open and secure the school premises, including alarm setting and site checks.

• Carry out general maintenance, repairs, and DIY tasks around the school.

• Ensure the site and buildings are safe, clean, and well-presented at all times.

• Conduct routine health & safety inspections, reporting any issues promptly.

• Liaise with contractors and school staff to support site operations.

• Assist with moving furniture, setting up rooms, and supporting school events as needed.

• Respond to emergencies and site-related issues in a timely manner.

Requirements:

• Previous caretaking, site management, or maintenance/handyman experience is desirable.

• Good practical skills for carrying out repairs and general site maintenance.

• Knowledge of health & safety procedures.

• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently.

• An enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to apply.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy.

• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained.
• Have legal right to work in the UK.
• Be willing to attend a registration interview.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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