School Caretaker - Primary School in Redditch

School Caretaker - Primary School Location: Redditch, B98 Job Type: Part-Time, Long-Term Opportunity Start Date: ASAP Split Shift Pattern: * Monday, Wednesday and Friday * 7:15am - 11:15am * 5:15pm - 6:00pm Supply Heroes are recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and well-regarded Primary School in Redditch (B98) for an experienced School Caretaker to provide additional site support. This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly school environment where staff work collaboratively to ensure pupils have a safe, secure and well-maintained learning environment. The school is looking for a reliable, proactive and hands-on Caretaker who can start as soon as possible. The role has the potential to become a long-term position for the right candidate. Working Hours Split Shift Pattern: * Monday, Wednesday and Friday * 7:15am - 11:15am * 5:15pm - 6:00pm About the Role As the School Caretaker, you will play a key role in maintaining the safety, security and overall presentation of the school site. You will be responsible for ensuring the premises remain welcoming, clean, secure and operational at all times. Duties will include: * Opening and securing the school premises * Carrying out routine site inspections and security checks * Undertaking minor repairs and maintenance works * Monitoring heating, plumbing and electrical systems * Liaising with contractors and overseeing works on site * General grounds maintenance and upkeep of outdoor areas * Assisting with deliveries and porterage duties * Carrying out health and safety checks across the site * Responding promptly to maintenance issues and hazards * Supporting the school in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors The Ideal Candidate Will Have: * Previous experience as a School Caretaker, Site Manager or Facilities Assistant within a school environment * Good practical skills covering basic maintenance, repairs and site management * Knowledge of health and safety procedures within educational settings * The ability to work independently and use initiative * Strong organisational and communication skills * A proactive and flexible approach to work * Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one) Why Apply? * Opportunity to work within a welcoming and supportive Primary School * Immediate start available * Potential for the role to become long term * Competitive rates of pay * Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement * Work with a respected education recruitment agency specialising in school support staff Apply today to be considered for this School Caretaker opportunity in Redditch (B98) and start making a positive impact in a fantastic school environment. Based on the school's caretaker job description, the role includes responsibility for site security, routine maintenance, health and safety checks, grounds upkeep, contractor liaison and opening/closing the premises. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults in line with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. Therefore, applicants will be subject to a variety of checks, including an enhanced DBS check (unless on the update service) along with a variety of others including an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This job advert is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and complies to the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Supply Heroes is an equal opportunities employer with a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination, bullying or harassment on grounds of sex, age, race, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, gender reassignment, sex characteristics, religion or beliefs