At a Glance
- Tasks: Help keep our school clean, secure, and well-maintained while interacting with students.
- Company: Hill Park Special School, dedicated to supporting pupils with learning difficulties.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive team environment, and the chance to make a difference.
- Other info: Flexible hours and opportunities for personal growth in a rewarding role.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and contribute to a positive learning environment for students.
- Qualifications: Experience in building maintenance and a proactive attitude are essential.
The predicted salary is between 28142 - 28598 £ per year.
Location: Hill Park Special School, Foredown Road, Portslade, BN41 2FU
Salary: £28,142 - £28,598
Contractual hours: 37 per week
Basis: Fixed Hours
About the role: Hill Park School is a three‑site special school for pupils aged 4–16 with varying learning difficulties. We are looking to appoint an Assistant Caretaker to join our Premises Team at the Secondary site in Portslade.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with cleanliness, security and maintenance of the school site and minibus.
- Perform general building maintenance (plumbing, carpentry, basic electrics) and DIY repairs.
- Support premises issues and work proactively within the team.
- Ensure health and safety requirements are met.
- Provide daily interaction with pupils.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Experience with building maintenance and general DIY skills.
- Working knowledge of health and safety requirements.
- Full, clean driving licence with D1 entitlement desirable.
- Flexibility to adjust hours as required.
- Proactive, flexible and able to work well within a team.
Application details:
- Application deadline: 9am Friday 26th June 2026
- Interview Date: Thursday 2nd July 2026
- Submit completed application via email: vacanciesupper@hillpark.brighton-hove.sch.uk
- Contact Telephone: (01273) 422855
- Website: www.hillpark.brighton-hove.sch.uk
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. All posts at Hill Park are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Certificate.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Assistant Caretaker employer: Brighton & Hove City Council UK
Hill Park Special School is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its staff while fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. Located in Portslade, the school offers a unique opportunity to engage with pupils with varying learning difficulties, ensuring that every day is meaningful and rewarding. With a strong commitment to professional growth and a collaborative team culture, employees can thrive both personally and professionally in this vital role.
Contact Details:
Brighton & Hove City Council UK Recruitment Team
