Janitor in Kirkcaldy

Proposed Interview Date: Week Commencing 15 December 2025

Closing Date: Tuesday 9 December 2025

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: FC5 £28,175.91 – £30,691.29

Working Pattern: 36 hours per week

Location: Kirkcaldy High School

Supporting Statement: As part of your application, you must provide a supporting statement outlining how your skills and experience make you a good candidate. Without a supporting statement, your application may not be progressed. Please upload your supporting statement in the resume upload section. More information is available on our Career site at www.fife.gov.uk/jobs/supportingstatement.

Undertaking all janitorial duties, compliance checks and associated documentation, as required. Please see the role profile for more information on the duties and responsibilities. This is a permanent post to join our team on Monday to Friday, with some flexibility as discussed at interview.

Job Profile

• Janitor – 36 hours per week, based at Kirkcaldy High School.
• Hours will be between 7:00 am and 8:00 pm as required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £28,175.91 to £30,691.29 per year.
• Extra payments for any shift work, including weekends.
• Travel expenses paid: 45 pence per mile for staff using their own car.
• Pay issued every 4 weeks.
• Membership of Fife Pension Fund (part of the LGPS Scotland).
• Generous holiday allowance.
• Access to and support with training opportunities and qualifications.
• Local and national discounts (supermarkets, restaurants, retail).

Responsibilities

• Supervise Assistant Janitors, Work Choice Assistant Janitors, work placement staff and other employees – including induction, training, attendance management, timesheets, leave authorisation and recruitment/selection duties.
• Liaise with outside contractors (directly or through property services staff) to confirm contractors hold necessary Public Liability Insurance and comply with Health & Safety legislation.
• Carrying out prescribed procedures in the event of fire, flooding, accident or damage, liaising with appropriate staff and contractors.
• Respond to problems and resolve issues promptly.

A Willingness To Complete Additional Training As Required.

Candidate Profile

• Ability to provide a regular and effective service, working alone or as part of a team.
• Required to attend an induction training day before starting in post.
• Before appointment, must obtain Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland and become a member of the relevant PVG scheme.

Further Information

• Role Profile – review this when preparing your supporting statement.
• How We Work Matters – employees are expected to display and promote certain workplace behaviours.
• Employee Benefits – access to a benefits package with discounts on a wide range of products and services.
• Directorate Information – Council Department details.