Posted on: 21/07/2026 – Application Deadline: 01/08/2026
Lift Cottingley, Dulverton Grove, Leeds, LS11 0HU, United Kingdom
Overview
We’re looking for a reliable, practical and proactive School Caretaker to join our team at Lift Cottingley. This varied, hands‑on role ensures our buildings and grounds are safe, clean, secure and well maintained, supports school events, and responds to emergency call‑outs.
Working Pattern
Monday to Friday, 7am–3pm. Flexibility for occasional evenings, weekends and emergency call‑outs is required.
What you’ll be doing
- Maintain school buildings and grounds – keep them safe, clean, secure and well maintained.
- Carry out general maintenance, DIY tasks and minor repairs across the site.
- Open and close the school, manage site security and respond to emergency call‑outs when required.
- Complete routine health and safety, fire safety and statutory site checks.
- Work with contractors and the wider Lift Schools facilities team on planned maintenance projects.
- Prepare rooms and outdoor spaces for lessons, events and community activities.
- Help ensure every child learns in a safe, welcoming and well‑presented environment.
This is a physically active, hands‑on role that requires manual handling, the ability to move equipment and furniture, and the flexibility to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
We’re looking for someone who
- Has experience in caretaking, premises, facilities or building maintenance.
- Enjoys practical work and has good DIY and repair skills.
- Understands the importance of health and safety and takes pride in maintaining high standards.
- Is organised, dependable and able to manage their own workload.
- Has a full UK driving licence.
- Can communicate confidently with colleagues, contractors and visitors.
- Wants to be part of a supportive team making a real difference to young people’s lives.
Relevant qualifications in facilities management or health and safety (e.g. IOSH/NEBOSH) are desirable but not essential. We’re more interested in your approach, attitude and commitment.
About the school
Lift Cottingley is a vibrant, ambitious school community with a strong sense of purpose and belonging. We combine high expectations for academic achievement with a deep commitment to inclusion, creativity and play. Our children benefit from large outdoor spaces, an OPAL play programme, a developing forest area and specialist provisions to ensure every child thrives.
We enjoy exceptional outcomes in reading, writing, maths and are nationally recognised for oracy, inclusion and sustainability. Staff are supported, developed and trusted, with regular coaching and time to work on whole‑school initiatives. Our values – big‑hearted, unusually brave, pushing limits and discovering possibilities – are lived daily by children and adults alike.
Compensation and benefits
- Comprehensive training to boost your career.
- Generous benefits – pension plan, healthcare and financial support.
- Lifestyle perks – discounted gym memberships and travel deals.
Role details
School Facilities Manager (Caretaker)
Salary: NJC 12‑17 + well‑being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits.
Hours: Full Time
Contract: Permanent
Start date: September 2026
Closing date: 31st July
Interview date: 6th August
Equal Opportunities
We are a Disability Confident Employer and offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
Job share, part‑time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, irrespective of ability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or nationality.
Recruitment Process
We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. All offers of employment are subject to Enhanced DBS checks, references and, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.
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