CARETAKER/GROUNDS PERSON
Salary scale Grade FSD3 (SCP 4-5)
£26,016 - £26,427
Full time - 37 hours per week, all year round, permanent
Hours of work: 8.00am – 4.00pm
We wish to appoint a highly motivated and reflective caretaker/grounds person to bring a high level of expertise and help to improve the quality of support in this rapidly improving school. The successful candidate will possess expertise alongside energy and enthusiasm. A willingness to learn, train and develop are all essential.
Framwellgate School Durham is an 11-18 non-selective secondary school and Single Academy Trust. The school roll has increased by 35% over the last five years, and we now have more than 1300 students who attend the school. The school has been selected to be part of the latest phase in the Schools Rebuilding Programme and we envisage a fantastic new school building to be ready for September 2027.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a talented individual to join our dynamic and forward-thinking team. We are looking for someone who is driven, committed and skilled in a range of tasks who can work alongside colleagues to support the upkeep and maintenance of our vast grounds and school buildings.
Duties will include:
- Care and maintenance of grounds, including playing fields
- Maintenance and preparation of all-weather playing surfaces, tennis courts and pitch marking
- Daily care of the school environment in terms of removal of graffiti and litter
- Responsibility for the security of the school premises, including acting as a key holder
- Assistance with minor building and furniture repairs and responsibility for associated tools and equipment
- Porterage such as moving furniture, deliveries etc.
- Assistance with general upkeep of the school premises, including painting, joinery, etc.
- PAT testing as and when required on completion of appropriate qualifications
- Undertaking lettings and associated tasks in line with local agreements
The appointee will work as part of the whole school site team and will be under the line management of the site manager.
Key Dates
The closing date for applications is Tuesday 17th November 2026 at 9.00am
Shortlisting will and interviews will take place shortly afterwards
Framwellgate School Durham is committed to the safeguarding of children and young people. An enhanced disclosure from the DBS and barred list clearance will be required for this post, together with completion of a pre-employment health questionnaire.
The Excel Academy Partnership at Framwellgate School Durham
Newton Drive
Durham
DH1 5BQ
Tel: (0191) 3866628
Email: vacancies@framdurham.com
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Caretaker/Groundsperson in North East employer: North East Combined Authority
Northumberland County Council is an excellent employer for those seeking flexible and meaningful work opportunities within the community. As part of the Staff Bank, you will enjoy a supportive work culture that values diversity and offers training to enhance your skills, all while contributing to the maintenance of local housing. With a focus on employee growth and a commitment to equal opportunities, this role provides a unique chance to make a positive impact in the Blyth area.
Contact Details:
North East Combined Authority Recruitment Team
