At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure our school is safe, clean, and welcoming for everyone.
- Company: Chesnut Lodge, a vibrant community special school in Widnes.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Join a warm community and enjoy a unique educational setting.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of extraordinary young people every day.
- Qualifications: Handy, practical, and committed to safeguarding our pupils.
The predicted salary is between 29651 - 36241 £ per year.
Hours: 32.5 hours per week. Mon - Fri - 7.00 - 10.00 am / 3 - 6.30 pm.
Join Our Team: Make a Real Difference Every Day
Chesnut Lodge is a highly regarded, vibrant community special school in Widnes. We cater for pupils aged 2-16 with complex physical, medical, and learning difficulties. Our school is a safe, secure, and incredibly positive environment where our staff work together to create happy memories and foster independence for all of our learners.
We are seeking a dedicated, proactive, and versatile School Premises Officer / Caretaker to join our team. In this essential role, you will be the custodian of our school—ensuring our buildings and grounds remain safe, warm, clean, and welcoming for our pupils, staff, and visitors.
The Ideal Candidate
- You do not need to have worked in a special school before, but you must share our absolute commitment to safeguarding and the well-being of our pupils.
- Is handy, practical, and comfortable undertaking minor repairs and preventative maintenance.
- Has a strong eye for detail regarding health and safety, COSHH, and site security.
- Is reliable, flexible, and enjoys being part of a warm, supportive school community.
- Is flexible and supportive of our community ethos.
What We Offer
- Flexible working conditions – hours of work are negotiable.
- The opportunity to work in a unique, uplifting educational setting where your work directly impacts the daily lives of extraordinary young people.
- A supportive, welcoming staff team.
Chesnut Lodge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Closing date for applications: 7th September 2026 at 12.00 pm
Interviews: Week beginning 14th September 2026
Halton Borough Council is an equal opportunities employer.
Premises Officer in Widnes employer: Allsaintsupton
Ditton Primary School offers a supportive and collaborative work environment, perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the education sector. With a focus on employee growth and development, staff are encouraged to enhance their skills while enjoying a term-time schedule that promotes work-life balance. Located in Warrington, this role provides a unique opportunity to be part of a vibrant school community dedicated to nurturing young minds.
