School Caretaker – Secondary Academy in Leeds (ASAP Start)
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Job Summary
A welcoming secondary academy in Leeds is seeking a practical dependable and hands-on School Caretaker to manage day-to-day site operations security and maintenance for an immediate (ASAP) start.
Job Overview As School Caretaker you will play a vital role in ensuring the school campus is safe secure warm and well-maintained for pupils staff and visitors. Working closely with the Premises Manager and Headteacher you will take hands-on responsibility for site security routine repairs health and safety compliance checks and contractor liaison. This is a full-time ongoing or permanent post.
Key Responsibilities
Perform daily morning opening or evening locking-up procedures securing doors windows gates and setting security alarm systems
Carry out routine minor repairs woodwork painting basic plumbing and general DIY across classrooms halls and outbuildings
Conduct scheduled statutory health and safety checks (fire alarm tests emergency lighting water temperature logs for legionella and playground equipment checks)
Manage heating lighting and boiler systems to maintain optimum learning conditions
Supervise cleaning staff and liaise with external maintenance contractors and trade technicians
Respond to emergency call-outs severe weather clearance (pathway gritting) and site security incidents
The School & Whats on Offer
Immediate Start: Full-time long-term or permanent contract starting ASAP
Competitive Pay:equivalent (dependent on experience)
Environment: Supportive secondary academy with dedicated facilities facilities equipment
Location: Convenient Leeds location with dedicated staff parking on-site
Candidate Requirements
Proven experience in general maintenance caretaking trades or facilities upkeep (school setting advantageous)
Practical DIY skills (basic plumbing carpentry painting and mechanical troubleshooting)
Good knowledge of basic Health & Safety at Work practices and safe manual handling
Physical fitness and a proactive approach to site troubleshooting
An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
How to Apply Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this Caretaker post in Leeds for an immediate start.
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