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ROLE: Caretaker Level 1

SCHOOL: Wickersley School and Sports College

SALARY: WPT Band 3 £25185 - £25989 (£5995 - £6186 pro-rata)

CONTRACT: Permanent

HOURS: 10 per week, term time only plus all inset days

Do you take pride in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment? We are looking for a reliable Caretaker Level 1 to take ownership of a specific block within Wickersley School and Sports College, ensuring that our facilities are secure, well-maintained, and ready for learning every single day.

About WPT 

At Wickersley Partnership Trust (WPT), we are fueled by a single commitment: 'We never knowingly do less for other people’s children than we would for our own.' As a thriving network of schools across South Yorkshire, we combine high expectations with embedded inclusivity. We do not work in silos; instead, we rely on deep collaboration and school-to-school support to ensure every student develops socially, emotionally, and academically to achieve the highest standards.

About the Role 

As a Caretaker, you will be responsible for the security, safety, and general upkeep of the building, acting as the first point of contact for any premises issues in your area. This is a varied, hands-on role that involves everything from opening up in the morning and carrying out minor repairs to moving furniture and overseeing evening lettings. You will play a vital role in ensuring that the school environment is safe, compliant, and fit for purpose for both staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Security & Safety: Ensure the security of the site (including opening/closing procedures and emergency call-outs) and maintain a safe environment through routine inspections and adherence to Health & Safety/COSHH regulations.

• Maintenance & Systems: Carry out minor repairs and building system checks to ensure the site is fit for purpose, acting as the point of contact for contractors and directing them to repair locations.

• Operations & Logistics: Undertake general porterage duties (moving furniture/equipment), manage the receipt of deliveries, and prepare the site for school lettings and daily activities.

• Standards & Compliance: Ensure cleaning standards are maintained and keep accurate records of all maintenance, safety tests, and inspections.

Qualifications and Skills

• The successful candidate must hold an NVQ Level 2 in a relevant field (e.g., Building Maintenance) or have relevant experience in the role.

• Practical DIY skills for carrying out minor repairs.

• Good understanding of Health and Safety regulations.

• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently.

• Physical ability to undertake porterage duties (moving furniture/equipment).

• A full UK driving licence and the ability to attend emergency call-outs are often required.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary

• Generous Local Government (support staff) and Teacher Pension Schemes

• Health and Wellbeing, including a Westfield Health subscription

• Professional Growth and Development

***Closing Date - Noon, Wednesday 25th February 2026***

For further information and to apply, please visit our recruitment website: https://recruitment.wickersleypt.org

For more information about Wickersley Partnership Trust, including the benefits of working for us, please visit our main website: https://www.wickersleypt.org

We may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and this vacancy may be withdrawn without notice. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

To be successful in your application, you will need to demonstrate an effective and creative approach to education, a passion for your subject and a commitment to supporting the development of the department.

In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students, the appointment will be subject to an enhanced criminal record check and satisfactory references. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service

Please note we operate safer recruitment and do not accept CVs. All applicants must complete an application form in full**

**Please upload a supporting statement which should be no longer than two sides of A4 (this should not be a CV) clearly demonstrating:

• Why you are applying for this position

• How you meet the competencies of this role using examples from your current and previous experience (please refer to the documents attached to the advert)

• Any information which you consider relevant that you have not already mentioned