Are you a practical, reliable, and hardworking individual looking for a fulfilling role in a school environment? Pennyhill Primary School is seeking a dedicated School Caretaker to join our team and help maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for our students, staff, and visitors.
Required from: January 2027(or as soon as practical thereafter)
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensuring the school site is safe, secure, and well-maintained.
- Carrying out routine maintenance, minor repairs, and general upkeep of the premises.
- Overseeing site security, including opening and closing the school as required.
- Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Supporting the school with setup for events and activities.
About You:
- Previous experience in a caretaking, maintenance, or site management role (desirable but not essential).
- A proactive and practical approach to work.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative.
- A commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.
- Flexibility with working hours, including occasional evenings or weekends.
Why Join Us?
- A friendly and supportive working environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- A vital role in supporting the education and wellbeing of young people.
The school is committed to safeguarding children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS and satisfactory references are required for this role. Pre-employment checks will be carried out in line with KCSIE.
We are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post
This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.
Please ensure application forms are signed if sending via email.
Further information relating to our school, including our policies can be found on our website - https://www.pennyhill.sandwell.sch.uk
Hours: 37 hours, 52 weeks
Salary:Grade D, SCP 9 - 17 (£28,153 - £32,046 per annum)
Location:Pennyhill Primary School, Sandwell, West Midlands, Hollyhedge Rd, West Bromwich B71 3BU
Contract:Full Time, Permanent
Closing Date:Friday 4th December2026 at 9am
Shortlisting Date:Friday 4th December 2026
Interviews:Week commencing 7th December 2026
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