School Caretaker (split shift)
CARE-wyth_1758871950
Posted: 26/09/2025
- £18000 - £24000 per annum
- Wythenshawe, Greater Manchester
- Permanent
Role: School Caretaker
Hours: 6am-9am, 4pm-6pm (split shift) Monday- Friday
Location: Wythenshawe, Greater Manchester
Salary: £18,000-£24,000 per annum
The School Caretaker plays a vital role in maintaining a warm, safe, and well-presented
environment across the school and associated office sites. Reporting directly to the Deputy
Heads and working in close coordination with the Facilities Manager, the postholder supports
the smooth, day-to-day operation and presentation of the premises for pupils, staff, and
visitors.
Core Responsibilities
* Support the Facilities Manager in ensuring efficient facilities management across the
school.
* Maintain a clean, secure, and welcoming site for authorised users and visitors.
* Carry out general maintenance and repairs in accordance with Health and Safety
legislation.
* Respond promptly to day-to-day facilities issues, ensuring a swift and safe resolution.
* Understand and apply key Health and Safety protocols (e.g. manual handling, working
at height, legionella control, fire safety).
* Undertake relevant Health and Safety training as provided.
* Perform other appropriate duties as directed by the Operations Director.
Day-to-Day Duties
Maintenance & Repairs
* Complete ongoing repair tasks and minor jobs (e.g. shelving, display boards, fittings).
* Support school functions through the setup and breakdown of furniture and equipment.
* Supervise contractors onsite, as required.
* Maintain logs and records related to:
* Water safety management
* Pest control
* Waste management
* Energy usage and efficiency
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.
- You must have legal right to work in the UK.
- You must 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.
Emma Dobson
Managing Consultant