School Caretaker - to start as soon as possible.
37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.
This role operates on a two-week rotating shift pattern:
Week 1 – Morning Shift
Monday to Thursday: 7:00am to 3:00pm
Friday: 7:00am to 2:30pm
Week 2 – Afternoon Shift
Monday to Thursday: 11:00am to 7:00pm
Friday: 11:30am to 7:00pm
Hours may differ during the school holidays.
Purpose
Responsible under the direction of the Headteacher, or designated person for the maintenance of school premises (internal & external)
Provide a high quality maintenance service within the school including cleaning, lighting, and heating, decoration.
Carry out routine and non-routine security procedures for school buildings and grounds, including as keyholder, opening and closing of school grounds and premises.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Lighting and heating
- Operating the heating plant in accordance with guidelines
- Maintain boiler and plant rooms as appropriate
- Report any defects in lighting or heating immediately
Cleaning
- As directed by the Business Manager
- As required, organise cleaning staff to ensure the cleaning of classroom areas and school premises
School Premises
- Unlock school building each morning and check for any damage or vandalism, report this and clear up as necessary.
- Secure School building each evening
School premises maintenance
- Clearing of weeds, rubbish from grounds
- Emptying of bins
- Maintaining storage areas in a clean and tidy condition
- Safe use and storage of equipment
- Ensuring adequate stocks of toiletries and distributing these as required
- Storekeeping as appropriate
- Carry out minor repairs
- Carry out all routine procedures
Monitoring of contractors work on site
- Make arrangements via the Head Teacher for repairs or maintenance beyond the capability of the Caretaker to be carried out by contractor
- Monitor building cleaning and ground maintenance work carried out by contractors in accordance with set procedures
Ad-hoc emergencies
- Responding to these as required.
Resources
- Use appropriate maintenance tools, and be responsible for the safe-keeping of major stock, supplies, buildings & other physical resources etc.
Undertake other duties as required by your Line Manager and/or Supervisor.
An Enhanced DBS is required for this position.
The Council welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, disability, sexuality, religious belief or age.
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Caretaker - Ysgol Morgan Llwyd in Wrexham employer: WREXHAM COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL
Wrexham County Borough Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and innovation. With a commitment to employee development, flexible working arrangements, and a comprehensive benefits package, including generous annual leave and health & wellbeing resources, the council ensures that its staff can thrive both personally and professionally. Located in the vibrant city of Wrexham, employees enjoy a unique blend of cultural heritage and community spirit, making it a rewarding place to work and contribute to the betterment of local lives.
Contact Details:
WREXHAM COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL Recruitment Team
