Secondary School Caretaker – Neath Port Talbot

Job Title: School Caretaker
Location: Neath Port Talbot and Surrounding Areas
Start Date: Immediate Start
Salary: £14.25 per hour
Contract Type: Short-Term and Long-Term Opportunities

Are you a reliable and hardworking individual looking for a rewarding role within a secondary school in Neath Port Talbot?

Do you have experience in general maintenance, site management or caretaking and enjoy keeping buildings safe, clean and well-maintained?

Are you looking for an opportunity where you can play an important role in supporting the smooth running of a busy school environment?

TeacherActive is currently recruiting a dedicated and experienced School Caretaker to work within a welcoming secondary school in Neath Port Talbot.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys a varied working day and wants to make a positive contribution to a school community.

As a School Caretaker, you will play an essential role in ensuring the school premises are safe, secure and well-maintained for pupils, staff and visitors. You will be responsible for carrying out general maintenance duties, supporting the day-to-day running of the school site and ensuring that health and safety standards are maintained.

Your responsibilities as a School Caretaker will include:

• Carrying out general maintenance and minor repairs throughout the school premises

• Ensuring the school buildings and grounds are kept clean, tidy and safe

• Opening and securing the school premises when required

• Completing regular health and safety checks and reporting any concerns

• Monitoring site security and ensuring the safety of the school environment

• Supporting with the setup of classrooms, furniture and equipment when needed

• Carrying out basic painting, decorating and general upkeep of the school

• Liaising with school staff and external contractors regarding maintenance requirements

• Responding promptly to any maintenance issues or emergencies that arise

The successful School Caretaker will have:

• Previous experience in a caretaking, maintenance, facilities or site management role

• Experience working within a school or similar environment would be advantageous

• Good practical skills and the ability to carry out basic repairs and maintenance tasks

• A sound understanding of health and safety procedures

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage workloads independently

• A reliable, flexible and proactive approach to work

• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with school staff

• A willingness to undertake an enhanced DBS check and meet the safeguarding requirements for working in a school environment

• The ability to respond to maintenance issues efficiently and professionally

In return for the above, you can expect to receive:

• £14.25 per hour, paid through PAYE

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you throughout the registration and onboarding process

• Access to CPD courses and certificates through our My-Progression channel

• Opportunities for short-term and longer-term placements

• The opportunity to work within a supportive secondary school environment

• TeacherActive Referral Scheme: Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

At TeacherActive, all staff are paid on a PAYE basis, meaning your Tax and National Insurance contributions are handled correctly, with no unexpected administration charges deducted from your hard-earned wages.

If you're a hardworking, dependable and motivated individual looking for your next opportunity as a School Caretaker in Neath Port Talbot, we want to hear from you!

Whether you have previous experience working within a school or have developed your maintenance and caretaking skills in another setting, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

Click APPLY NOW to find out more about this opportunity, and I will be in touch to discuss the role and how TeacherActive can support you throughout the application process.

Alternatively, contact Dylan Jones directly for more information about the position.

CONTACT: Dylan Jones
CONTACT NUMBER: 01792 717477
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COMPANY: TeacherActive

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.