Caretaker – Vibrant Primary School in Berkshire (ASAP Start)

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Berkshire is seeking a reliable, practical, and hands-on Caretaker to join its friendly site and operations team for an immediate start.

Job Overview Working under the direction of the School Business Manager, the Caretaker will take day-to-day responsibility for site security, general maintenance, porterage, and ensuring the school environment is safe, clean, and fully operational for pupils and staff. This is a full-time, permanent role.

Key Responsibilities

• Opening and closing the school site, managing daily security routines, alarm settings, and gate access

• Performing routine minor repairs, painting, woodwork, and general day-to-day DIY tasks around the buildings

• Carrying out statutory weekly and monthly compliance checks, including fire alarm tests and water temperature monitoring

• Managing site porterage, moving furniture, setting up the main hall for assemblies and events, and handling deliveries

• Supervising cleaning standards, managing waste disposal, and keeping outdoor areas and pathways clean and safe

• Reporting major maintenance issues to senior management and liaising with external contractors on-site

The School & What’s on Offer

• A warm, community-focused primary school environment with a supportive leadership team

• Competitive salary package (dependent on experience and support staff pay scales)

• Immediate start on a full-time, permanent contract

• Comprehensive training opportunities, including health and safety, manual handling, and ladder safety

• Convenient Berkshire location with on-site staff parking and great transport links

Candidate Requirements

• Proven practical experience in caretaking, general property maintenance, or a relevant trade background

• Strong hands-on competency in basic DIY, fabric repairs, and routine building upkeep

• Good physical fitness to manage active daily porterage, site monitoring, and manual tasks

• A proactive, dependable attitude with a high awareness of health and safety in a school environment

• 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 position in Berkshire.