School Caretaker – Vibrant Secondary School in Sheffield

Are you a proactive hands-on maintenance professional ready to ensure site security safety and operational efficiency within a busy secondary school

• Well-established community-focused secondary school based in Sheffield

• School Caretaker to manage building unlocking/locking basic repairs and safety logs

• Full-time role (Shift-Pattern Framework) ASAP Start

Our client is seeking a reliable practical School Caretaker to join their active premises team immediately. Operating on a rotating shift pattern (early morning opens or late evening secures) this role is ideal for a skilled technician or handyman looking for a stable highly supportive educational environment.

Key responsibilities include carrying out morning unlocking or evening lockup routines executing first-line reactive fabric repairs (basic plumbing carpentry and redecoration) setting up halls for exams and assemblies and carrying out routine statutory safety checks (weekly fire alarm drills emergency lighting checks and water hygiene temperature logs).

This vibrant secondary school in Sheffield is known for its warm community atmosphere outstanding student conduct and dedication to its support faculty. Senior leaders prioritize balanced workloads visible administrative support and an open management track. Staff benefit from fully funded training and certifications (including manual handling working at heights and COSHH compliance).

• Proven practical experience in school caretaking building maintenance or a relevant trade discipline

• Strong hands-on competency in general DIY tasks (minor plumbing painting basic joinery)

• Clear understanding of basic health and safety parameters manual handling and safe chemical storage

• Basic IT literacy with the confidence to check email runs and update maintenance tickets on digital dashboards

To be considered for this Caretaker post in Sheffield starting ASAP please forward your CV as soon as possible.