17 days remaining to apply
November 2026
2 November 2026 at 9am
13 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- Catering, cleaning and site management
Visa sponsorship
Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
Full time: Monday to Friday
Contract type
Permanent
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking an experienced caretaker to ensure that the school premises and its contents are properly maintained and cared for as directed by the Head of School & Health & Safety Manager. In addition, the post-holder should help keep the school clean and tidy.
What the school offers its staff
ELA staff benefits include:
- Reduced contact time to enable professional development;
- EAP with access to counselling & physiotherapy;
- Paid annual family day;
- Cycle to work schemes;
- Enhanced parental leave;
- Generous annual leave allowance for support staff;
- Discounted gym membership for all staff.
Further information about the job
The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
- childcare disqualification
- Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
- medical
- online and social media
- prohibition from teaching
- right to work
- satisfactory references
- suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Arranging a visit to Downham Market Academy
- Bexwell Road, Downham Market, Norfolk, PE38 9LL
Churchgate Way, King's Lynn, Norfolk, PE34 4LZ
Abbey Road, Ramsey, Cambridgeshire, PE26 1DG
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Caretaker employer: Downham Market Academy
Downham Market Academy is an exceptional employer that prioritises the professional development of its staff, offering robust training and growth opportunities within a supportive and inclusive work culture. Located in the heart of Norfolk, the academy fosters collaboration among educators and specialists, ensuring that every team member can contribute to meaningful change in the lives of students with SEND. Join us to be part of a dedicated community committed to innovation and excellence in education.
