Caretaker
  • England,South West,Devon,Plymouth
  • Full Time, Temporary
  • £14 - £15 per hour
Job Description:
Full job descriptionSchool Caretaker – PlymouthLocation: Plymouth
Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday
Contract: Temporary with the potential for long-term and permanent opportunities
Start Date: ASAP
The Supply Register is recruiting School Caretakers to work across our partner schools and Multi-Academy Trusts throughout Plymouth.
This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable, proactive and hands-on individual with maintenance or caretaking experience who takes pride in maintaining safe, secure and well-presented school environments.
The RoleAs a School Caretaker, you will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, security and upkeep of the school site, ensuring a safe environment for pupils, staff and visitors.
Your responsibilities will include:
*Opening and locking the school site each day.

*Carrying out general maintenance and minor repairs.

*Undertaking planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and responding to reactive maintenance issues.

*Monitoring the condition of the school buildings and grounds.

*Carrying out regular health and safety checks, including fire safety and site inspections.

*Assisting with contractor access and monitoring works on site.

*Setting up rooms and equipment for school events and activities.

*Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation across the school site.

*Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety, COSHH and safeguarding procedures.

The Ideal Candidate*Previous experience as a Caretaker, Site Supervisor, Facilities Assistant or within a maintenance role is desirable.

*Practical DIY and maintenance skills.

*Good understanding of Health & Safety procedures.

*Reliable, trustworthy and able to work independently.

*Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.

*A positive attitude and willingness to support the wider school community.

Essential Compliance RequirementsAs this role is within a school, successful applicants must be able to:
*Provide a full employment history covering the last 24 months.

*Provide a minimum of two employment references covering the last 24 months (three if you have not previously worked with children).

*Complete an Employment History Form covering every month from leaving full-time education.

*Provide a character reference to cover any gaps in employment. Character referees must be from a recognised professional occupation, have a work email address, have known you for at least three years and must not be a relative.

*Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one.

*Provide proof of right to work in the UK.

*Provide two proofs of address, proof of National Insurance and any relevant name change documentation.

*Provide an overseas police check if you have lived outside the UK for more than six months.

*Complete our free mandatory safeguarding and compliance training.

Why Join The Supply Register?*Competitive rates of pay.

*Weekly pay through PAYE.

*Full-time opportunities across a variety of schools.

*Dedicated support from your Partnership Executive.

*Long-term and permanent opportunities available.

*The opportunity to make
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Company Details:
The Supply Register Ltd
Company size: 20–49 employees
Industry: Education
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