School Caretaker – Elite Independent School in Gloucestershire

Location: Gloucestershire
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week
Start Date: October 2026

About the School

An elite independent school in Gloucestershire is seeking a reliable, practical and highly motivated School Caretaker to join its dedicated estates and facilities team.

The successful candidate will play an important role in maintaining the school's extensive buildings, grounds and facilities, ensuring that pupils, staff and visitors enjoy a safe, secure and welcoming environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced caretaker, maintenance operative or skilled tradesperson looking to work within a prestigious educational setting.

The Role

As School Caretaker, you will support the day-to-day operation of the school site, carrying out planned and reactive maintenance, security checks, room setups and general facilities duties.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Opening and securing school buildings in accordance with established procedures

• Carrying out daily site inspections and reporting maintenance or health and safety concerns

• Completing minor repairs, including basic plumbing, carpentry, painting and general building maintenance

• Setting up classrooms, halls, examination spaces and facilities for school events

• Monitoring heating, lighting, water systems and other building services

• Supporting statutory compliance checks, including fire safety and emergency lighting

• Assisting with deliveries, contractors and external visitors

• Maintaining accurate records of maintenance tasks and site checks

• Responding promptly to urgent facilities and maintenance requests

• Supporting the wider estates team with grounds and outdoor maintenance when required

The School & What’s on Offer

• Prestigious independent school set within an attractive Gloucestershire campus

• Permanent, full-time position with a 37-hour working week

• Well-maintained facilities and a professional estates environment

• Supportive and experienced premises team

• Opportunities for relevant health and safety and facilities training

• Stable long-term employment within a highly regarded educational