Part-time Assistant Caretaker in Colchester

Part-time Assistant Caretaker in Colchester

Colchester Part-Time 31500 - 38500 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
St Teresa's

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Help keep our school running smoothly by managing cleaning and site maintenance.
  • Company: Join the vibrant Hope Learning Community, dedicated to supporting unique students.
  • Benefits: Enjoy free lunches, health services, and a local government pension scheme.
  • Other info: Be part of a welcoming community with opportunities for personal growth.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of inspiring students every day.
  • Qualifications: Hard-working attitude and a passion for supporting others.

The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 Β£ per year.

Position Start Date: Immediate

Contract Type: Part-time

Contract Term: Fixed

Application Close: 15/10/2026 Midnight

Date of Interviews: Week commencing 02 November 2026 11.30am-6pm

30 hours per week, term-time only, fixed term for 6 months.

A unique opportunity has arisen within Hope Learning Community as Market Field School is currently seeking a hard-working Assistant Site Manager to join their well-established Site Team. The successful candidate will contribute to the smooth running of the School by organising and managing the cleaning team and undertaking effective supervision, site maintenance, Health & Safety and security of the site.

A bit about us: Market Field School and College has been enhancing the lives of students (and their families) with wide-ranging strengths and needs for over 40 years. We moved into a purpose-built, specialist environment in 2015 and are fortunate to benefit from a suite of facilities to enrich the quality of provision for our students. With over 500 students and rising, we are one of the biggest special schools in Essex and each day is very different from the day before!

Why work within Hope Learning Community?

  • Each and every day we are lucky enough and have the privilege of working with the most amazing, unique children.
  • They never fail to inspire, interest and educate us in ways we could never have imagined.
  • We are a forward-thinking school and understand that every child is an individual and do our utmost best to ensure they are given the support, guidance and opportunity to succeed in an environment where they feel safe, secure and valued.

Benefits include:

  • Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Opportunities to flourish through CPD training
  • Free school lunches
  • Free health and wellbeing services including GP appointments, counselling and much more
  • A wonderfully welcoming school community

Please note that all staff are subject to successful completion of a probationary period. Hope Learning Community is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.

Hope Learning Community is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristics. This is embedded in our vision 'To Be Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts', where we believe we are strong and more successful working together, creating a workplace which celebrates diversity. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

Part-time Assistant Caretaker in Colchester employer: St Teresa's

St Teresa's is an exceptional employer that values the vital role of Family Liaison Officers in fostering strong connections between students, families, and the school community. With a supportive work culture focused on collaboration and professional development, employees are encouraged to grow and make a meaningful impact during term time. Located in the beautiful Tendring area, the position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the academic and social success of children while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.

St Teresa's

Contact Details:

St Teresa's Recruitment Team

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