School Caretaker

Heritage Park Primary School

The school is committed to safeguarding, promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are conditional and subject to online checks, satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS disclosure, right to work in the UK and qualifications check. Giving false information is an offence and could result in the application being rejected and referred to the police.

Job Title: School Caretaker

Location: Heritage Park Primary School, PE2 8XA
Reports to: Headteacher
Contract Type: Part-time (options available are both shifts each day or just one shift per day) i.e.
Working Hours: e.g., 7:15am – 8.45am and 3.00pm – 6:00pm, Monday to Friday
Or
e.g., 7:15am – 8.45am Monday to Friday
or
e.g., 3.00pm – 6:00pm, Monday to Friday
Start Date: Flexible dependent on notice periods.
Salary: Grade 4, Point 4

Job Purpose
To ensure the school premises, grounds, and facilities at Heritage Park Primary School are clean, safe, secure, and well-maintained. The caretaker supports the smooth day-to-day running of the school and contributes to creating a positive learning environment for pupils and staff.
Key Responsibilities:
• Site Security & Safety:
Open and close the premises, monitor alarms, and ensure the site is safe and secure at all times. Respond to emergency callouts, carry out routine health and safety checks, and assist during fire drills and evacuations.
• Maintenance & Repairs:
Carry out minor repairs, general maintenance, and liaise with contractors for larger works. Ensure heating, lighting, and water systems are operational and safe.
• Cleaning & Waste Management:
Monitor cleaning standards, provide cover when needed, and manage waste and recycling. Maintain cleanliness in outdoor areas and support with occasional deep cleaning tasks.
• Grounds & Facilities Support:
Carry out seasonal grounds work, set up furniture for events, check site equipment and supplies, and ensure communal areas are well-stocked and safe.
• Compliance & Record Keeping:
Complete regular checks (e.g. fire alarms, equipment, water systems), maintain records, and ensure health and safety procedures (including COSHH and manual handling) are followed.

Person Specification:
Essential:
● Hands-on experience with general maintenance tasks.
● Basic knowledge of health and safety.
● Physically fit with a proactive, reliable attitude.
● Good communication and time management skills.
● Undertake an enhanced DBS check.
Desirable:
● Experience in a school or similar setting.
● Basic trade skills (e.g. plumbing, electrics, decorating).
● Awareness of safeguarding practices.
● First Aid and/or Fire Warden training.

What We Offer:
● A supportive, friendly working environment.
● Opportunities for training and development.
● A varied role that makes a real difference in our school community.

To apply, please contact Heritage Park Primary School’s office at office@heritagepark.peterborough.sch.uk for an application pack.