Caretaker
Base: St Sidwell's Primary School, Exeter covering alos Ladysmith Infant/Junior Schools
Contract: Permanent, 20 hours - 6.30 am to 10.30 am (0.54 FTE), 5 days a week, All Year Round.
Pay Scale: St Christopher’s SC3 Scale point 8 to 11, starting salary £14,976.71 (£27,709 FTE)
Closing Date: 27th November 2026 9.00am
Interview Date: 02nd December 2026
Start Date: ASAP
St Christopher’s is looking for a Caretaker who can:
deliver excellent H&S, Caretaking and maintenance to multiple sites
You will help manage the maintenance and caretaking needs of Schools at Ladysmith Infant and Ladysmith Junior School in Exeter
be hands on with maintenance issues
You will be the first point of contact for all maintenance issues and will need to have competency in DIY and maintenance.
work with a team
Reporting to the Site Manager you will be part of a small, passionate Estates team who work to create great learning environments in our 21 primary and infant schools.
be responsible for keeping our schools safe and compliant
You will support a large Primary School in Exeter. But also, be flexible enough to support and divide your time to help other schools with your expertise.
take a lead and show initiative
You will be a solution focussed, values-driven individual who is able to communicate well with contractors and staff. You will have a ‘hands on’ approach to maintenance tasks and understand the level of statutory compliance required.
In return we offer you:
- A competitive salary with good terms and conditions
- Annual Pay increments.
- local government pension scheme, with employer contribution of 17.2%
- Cycle to work scheme
- Tax free childcare
- Free on-site car parking
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Health and Safety training.
- Estates and Compliance training to help you develop in your role
- Commitment to personal development and CPD
If you would like to discuss the role, please contact
Interviews to take place Wednesday 2nd December 2026.
Please note it is our process to apply for references for shortlisted applicants and to complete online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, for all shortlisted applicants. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post.
Please visit the below website for our Trust policies and our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy:
We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants who meet the criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status
School Caretaker in London employer: St Sidwell's Church of England Primary School & Nursery
St Sidwell's Church of England Primary School & Nursery is an attractive employer due to its commitment to employee welfare and professional development. The school fosters a collaborative work culture where staff can thrive and make a meaningful difference in children's lives. Employees benefit from a generous pension scheme and a supportive team environment.
Contact Details:
St Sidwell's Church of England Primary School & Nursery Recruitment Team
