Our Schools Traded Teams are proud to deliver services across 55 Primary and 5 Secondary Schools in the Borough. Our workforce provides services to schools day in and day out, making a positive impact on the lives of real people within the community and beyond. The dedication, professionalism and strength of our workforce is demonstrated every day and all of our employees provide an essential service ensuring working areas are a safe environment for themselves, staff, pupils, and the public. When you start with us you will be joining a trusted, supportive and welcoming team.
Employee benefits that make a difference:
We have a comprehensive benefits package on offer including a wide range of financial options, benefits and rewards for you and your family.
Change to working patterns that work for you:
Roles that could offer you the flexible working option or work‑life balance you are looking for, including part‑time and term‑time only roles.
How far could a career change take you:
Looking to return to work after a break, or make a career change? We’ll help you develop the skills to make change happen with career boosting training and development. Switching to a role at any point in your career at our local council means you could go further than you think.
The difference Caretakers make in our schools:
With responsibility for the care, security, general maintenance and operational effectiveness in our schools, caretakers undertake a wide variety of tasks and responsibilities from key holders, organising contractors to carry out repairs, storage of cleaning equipment, ventilation management, grounds maintenance and much more.
To carry out this important work caretakers need to demonstrate good practical working practice of the cleaning sector, have basic DIY skills, be able to work with safe working practices utilising their knowledge of health and safety procedures and hazards, and have good communication and organisational skills to handle situations sensitively and complete routine paperwork.
Why Our Mobile Workforce Matters
Our mobile workforce enables us to meet service need and adapt to change quickly. Mobile employees are not always tied to a specific location, meaning they can move between locations or provide additional hours and are instrumental in providing cover.
Mobile working suits individuals who can be flexible with hours, or who are happy to work from more than one location. You might want a job that gives you additional hours, prefers working from different environments, or is happy to provide additional cover in addition to their usual hours.
Equality & Diversity
We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation.
The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within the interview/selection process.
The council runs a Guaranteed Interview Scheme.
This post is subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
All Council employees are required to abide by the ethical standards embodied by the 7 Nolan Principles: Selflessness, Integrity, Objectivity, Accountability, Openness, Honesty, and Leadership.
St Helens Council is officially recognised as one of the region’s leading fair employers, achieving accredited status under the Liverpool City Combined Authority Fair Employment Charter.
Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications.
Mobile Caretaker in St Helens employer: St Helens Council
St Helens Borough Council is an exceptional employer dedicated to transforming the community through a passionate and skilled workforce. Employees enjoy a supportive work culture with a strong emphasis on well-being, professional development, and financial benefits, all while making a meaningful impact in local schools as Mobile Caretakers. With a commitment to equality and diversity, St Helens Borough Council fosters an inclusive environment where every individual is valued and encouraged to grow.
