Caretaker

School Caretaker – Full-Time, Permanent
Location: Bristol
Hours: 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM (Monday to Friday)
Salary: £29,000 to £32,000

Are you a dedicated and reliable individual looking for a hands-on, rewarding role in a friendly school setting?

TeacherActive is working with a lovely primary school located in a fantastic area of Bristol, known for its welcoming atmosphere, supportive staff, and strong community spirit. We’re seeking a full-time, permanent School Caretaker to join their experienced caretaking team, who provide excellent training, ongoing support, and a team-focused environment.

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who enjoys practical work, takes pride in maintaining a safe and clean environment, and values being part of a supportive school community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Securing the school site each day as a designated keyholder, ensuring all buildings are locked and safe

• Performing general maintenance and minor repairs across the site (e.g. doors, lighting, plumbing, furniture)

• Conducting routine health & safety checks and risk assessments

• Liaising with external contractors and supervising site work when required

• Maintaining clean and tidy school grounds, including some basic groundskeeping

• Responding to emergencies such as alarm activations, maintenance issues, or weather-related concerns

• Supporting school events by setting up equipment, signage, and furniture

• Overseeing waste disposal, recycling, and maintaining stock of maintenance supplies

• Assisting cleaning staff or stepping in to ensure communal areas meet hygiene standards

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience in a caretaker, site manager, or school maintenance role (preferred)

• Proactive, hands-on attitude with practical repair and maintenance skills

• Good understanding of building/site health & safety, or willingness to learn

• Excellent communication and time management skills

• Flexible, dependable, and able to work well as part of a team

• A valid DBS check (or willingness to apply for one)

• Willingness to take on keyholding responsibilities, including late finishes and occasional out-of-hours needs

This is a fantastic opportunity to become a key part of a caring, dedicated school team where your work will truly make a difference every day. The school offers excellent support from its existing caretaking staff and is committed to maintaining a positive, respectful working environment.

How to Apply:

If you're interested in this role, please send your CV and a short cover letter to [email protected]
We look forward to hearing from you!

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



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