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School Caretaker | Welcoming Primary School | Bristol

School Caretaker | Welcoming Primary School | Bristol

Marchant Recruitment • Bristol, England, United Kingdom
8 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

A well-regarded primary school in Bristol is looking to appoint a reliable and proactive School Caretaker to join its site team on a full-time, permanent basis from September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in maintaining safe, clean and welcoming environments. The successful candidate will play an essential role in ensuring the school remains a secure and well-maintained place where pupils and staff can thrive.

Working closely with the School Business Manager and leadership team, you'll oversee the day-to-day upkeep of the site, carrying out planned maintenance, responding to repairs and ensuring the school continues to meet high standards of health and safety.

The Role

The School Caretaker will take responsibility for the daily operation and presentation of the school site.

Responsibilities include:

  • Opening and securing the school each day

  • Carrying out general maintenance, repairs and decorating

  • Undertaking basic plumbing, carpentry and minor electrical repairs where appropriate

  • Maintaining the school grounds to a high standard

  • Conducting routine health and safety checks and reporting any issues

  • Liaising with contractors and overseeing work carried out on site

  • Setting up rooms and equipment for assemblies, events and school activities

  • Supporting compliance with health and safety and site security procedures

About the School

This welcoming primary school is recognised for its caring community, supportive leadership and commitment to providing an outstanding learning environment for every child. Staff work together to create a positive school culture where every member of the team plays an important role in the school's continued success.

The Successful Candidate

The school is seeking a practical and dependable individual with previous experience in caretaking, facilities management, maintenance or a similar role.

The successful candidate will have excellent problem-solving skills, be able to work independently and take pride in maintaining high standards across the school site. Knowledge of health and safety procedures and experience working with contractors would be advantageous.

Salary & Benefits

  • £27,000 – £32,000 per annum

  • Full-time, permanent position

  • September 2026 start

  • Local Government Pension Scheme

  • Ongoing training and professional development

  • Staff wellbeing programme

  • Supportive leadership team

Apply

The school is interviewing as soon as suitable applications are received, so early applications are encouraged.

If you're looking for a rewarding role where your skills will help create a safe, welcoming and well-maintained environment for young learners, this is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly primary school community. Apply today.

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