Proactive School Caretaker (20hrs/wk, Temp) in Dewsbury

Length of contract: Fixed Term for 1 year (subject to probationary period).

Organisation: Schools Directorate, Primary Schools.

Service Area: Pentland I & N.

School Hours: 20 hours per week.

Location: Pentland Road, Dewsbury WF12 9JR.

Position type: Temporary.

Grade: Grade 7.

Salary: £15,967 - £16,768 per annum.

Caretaker Role: 20 hours per week (Monday‑Friday), over 52 weeks. Fixed Term for 1 year (subject to probationary period). Role to commence as soon as possible.

We are looking to appoint a dedicated, proactive and enthusiastic caretaker to join Pentland Infant and Nursery School. This key role involves ensuring the upkeep, cleanliness, security and overall health and safety of our school site. Responsibilities include:

• Opening and locking the site.
• Daily cleaning.
• Minor repairs and maintenance.
• Carrying out health and safety and compliance checks.
• Keeping accurate records to ensure the school buildings and grounds operate efficiently for pupils, staff and visitors.

The successful applicant will work closely with the Headteacher and School Business Manager to ensure that pupils, staff, governors and visitors benefit from a safe, tidy and welcoming environment. The position is for 20 hours per week, worked across split morning and afternoon shifts. Some flexibility will be required, and exact hours will be agreed at interview.

We Are Seeking Someone Who:

• Is hardworking, dependable and committed to taking pride in maintaining and improving our school environment.
• Has a good range of practical abilities and can complete minor repairs and maintenance tasks to a high standard, including basic plumbing, joinery and general building work.
• Understands health and safety procedures and requirements, including H.A.S.A.W and C.O.S.H.H, to keep the site, staff, pupils and visitors safe.
• Can support all aspects of school operations such as access and security, housekeeping, repairs and maintenance, building and contents care, and health and safety.
• Can organise their workload effectively and prioritise tasks when needed.
• Can work independently, use their initiative and be proactive in identifying and addressing site needs.
• Has experience supervising staff and can confidently oversee and check the work of external contractors.
• Can communicate positively and professionally with colleagues, parents, pupils and the wider community, contributing to the caring ethos of the school.
• Is flexible and able to respond to emergencies outside normal hours, and willing to support maintenance projects during school holidays, including occasional evening duties such as school events or parents’ evenings.
• Can undertake a wide range of physical tasks, including lifting, carrying and working at height.
• Is open to relevant training to help them fulfil the role effectively.

In return, we can offer you:

• A welcoming, family‑centred and inclusive school community.
• A highly supportive and enthusiastic SLT and staff team.
• A school with high aspirations for all its children.
• A caring environment that always strives to offer the best for its pupils.
• A pleasant, well‑resourced and inviting working environment.
• Good opportunities for professional development.
• Supportive parents and governors.

Contact: Visits to Pentland I & N School would be warmly welcomed by appointment. Please contact the School Business Manager, Tawheed Shaikh, at 01924 451631 if you would like to arrange a visit.

Safeguarding and DBS: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff are subject to an enhanced DBS check, online checks and past employer checks. This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

Application deadline: 31 December 2026, 11:55 PM.