At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure the school is safe, clean, and well-maintained while supporting a positive environment.
- Company: Join Greatwood Community Primary School, part of Northern Star Academies Trust.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, professional development, and discounts at popular retailers.
- Other info: Flexible working hours with opportunities for growth and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in a vibrant school community while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Reliability, proactivity, and enthusiasm are key; experience in caretaking is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 17306 - 18139 £ per year.
Location: Greatwood Community Primary School, UK
Salary: Grade C/D SCP 4-6 £25,614 - £26,847 FTE (Actual Salary £17,306 - £18,139)
Contract Type: Permanent
Education Phases: Primary
Working Patterns: Part-Time
Application Deadline: Sunday, 27th September 2026
Interview Date: TBC
Expected Working Start Date: TBC
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
Is a Shared Job: No
About us
Greatwood proudly joined Northern Star Academies Trust on 1st September 2020 and has continued to flourish as a school committed to excellence, innovation, and community. Our school is a vibrant hub of ambition, creativity, and warmth—where every child is valued, nurtured, and empowered to excel academically and as individuals. We take pride in our broad and balanced curriculum, which offers dynamic and engaging learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom. Committed to inclusivity and excellence, we provide a high-quality education that sparks curiosity, builds confidence, and instils a lifelong love of learning. Through strong partnerships with families and the wider community, we create a supportive and inspiring environment where every child can thrive.
Northern Star Academies Trust is a thriving family of 15 schools, serving the communities of Keighley, Bradford, Skipton, and Harrogate. Our vision is rooted in our core values: Nurture, Sustain, Aspire, and Thrive. Together, we work tirelessly to create environments where children and staff alike can flourish.
Job Description
We are looking for a reliable, proactive and enthusiastic Caretaker to join our Facilities Team. This is a varied and rewarding role, responsible for supporting the smooth running of the school site and ensuring it remains safe, secure, clean and well-maintained for pupils, staff and visitors. Working closely with colleagues across the school, you will contribute to creating a positive and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.
Hours of Work: 25 hours per week, All year around. 7.00am - 12pm Monday to Friday
Duties will include (although this list is not exhaustive):
- Opening and securing the school site in accordance with school procedures.
- Carrying out routine inspections of the school buildings and grounds to ensure they are safe, secure and well-maintained.
- Undertaking minor repairs, maintenance tasks and general caretaking duties across the site.
- Identifying and reporting maintenance issues, defects and health and safety concerns.
- Supporting the cleanliness and presentation of the school buildings and external areas.
- Assisting with health and safety checks, including fire safety and security inspections.
- Setting up rooms, furniture and equipment for meetings, events, examinations and school activities.
- Monitoring contractors on site and ensuring compliance with school procedures.
- Assisting with the management of site security, including responding to alarms and emergencies where required.
- Ensuring pathways, entrances and outdoor areas are kept safe and accessible.
- Monitoring stock levels of site supplies and reporting replenishment requirements.
- Working flexibly to support the operational needs of the school and undertaking other duties appropriate to the role.
We can offer a commitment to your professional development, the opportunity to work in partnership with colleagues from primary and secondary schools across the MAT, and the chance to be a part of something truly special.
Safeguarding
Northern Star Academies Trust 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 requires an enhanced DBS check. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
Benefits
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Excellent CPD opportunities
- Maternity, Shared Parental, Paternity, and Adoption pay.
- A huge range of discounts to help you save money across hundreds of the UK’s favourite high-street and online retailers through our lifestyle benefits provider Vivup.
Caretaker employer: Greatwood Community Primary School
Greatwood Community Primary School, part of the Northern Star Academies Trust, is an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant and inclusive work culture. With a strong commitment to professional development and a supportive environment, employees are empowered to thrive while contributing to the education and well-being of children in the community. The school offers competitive benefits, including an Employee Assistance Programme and excellent CPD opportunities, making it a rewarding place to work.
Contact Details:
Greatwood Community Primary School Recruitment Team
