At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure site security, maintenance, cleaning, and compliance with health and safety practices.
- Company: Join Westcountry Schools Trust, a dynamic multi-academy trust with 31 schools and 2,800 staff.
- Benefits: Opportunity to work in a supportive environment focused on collaboration and integrity.
- Other info: Position starts as soon as possible; informal discussions available with Annette Layland.
- Why this job: Be a key member of the team ensuring a safe learning environment for pupils.
- Qualifications: Experience in site maintenance and IT literacy for compliance and record keeping required.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 40000 £ per year.
Required as soon as possible. This is an exciting opportunity to join our Trust at Ashburton Primary School. We are looking to appoint a motivated and experienced Caretaker starting as soon as possible.
As our Caretaker you will play a key role in the running of our school. Be it providing security for the site, site maintenance, cleaning or other directed tasks you will be a valuable member of our team. This is a varied role, which will cover site security, maintenance and upkeep of facilities, waste management, compliance, as well as additional duties as directed by the Headteacher, all while adhering to good health and safety practices.
You will work with the wider Trust maintenance team to ensure the school remains in excellent condition and safe both for the pupils as a learning environment and for our staff to work in. An aptitude and enjoyment of practical work is at the core of this position. IT literacy is also required for compliance and record keeping.
Westcountry Schools Trust is a multi-academy trust of 31 schools, currently employing approximately 2,800 staff and growing. We are a dynamic organisation with our students and staff at our heart. Our values inform our work and we hope you agree these are key to success: Collaboration, Aspiration, Integrity, Compassion.
If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Annette Layland on 01364 652343. If you believe you can demonstrate the dedication, skills and passion required, we look forward to receiving your application.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo Child Protection screening, including checks with past employers and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS check). References will be taken up before appointment.
Caretaker employer: Ashburton Primary School
Westcountry Schools Trust is dedicated to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare. Located in Ashburton, it values collaboration, aspiration, integrity, and compassion. The trust employs around 2,800 staff across its 31 schools, fostering a supportive community.
