Location: Bradford, BD5
Start Date: 29/05/2026
Job Type: Ongoing
Pay Rate: £14.12 per hour
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm
Half-Term Working Hours
During school half terms, shifts will be reduced to either:
10:00am - 2:00pm
or
9:00am - 1:00pm
About the Role
We are currently seeking a reliable, hardworking, and proactive School Caretaker to join a busy school site in Bradford (BD5). This is an ongoing position offering consistent weekday hours within a supportive educational environment.
The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining the safety, cleanliness, and overall presentation of the school premises, ensuring the site is secure, clean, well-maintained, and operational at all times.
This role includes both caretaker and cleaning responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
Opening and locking the school premises
General maintenance and basic repairs
Carrying out daily cleaning duties across classrooms, corridors, toilets, offices, and communal areas
Ensuring the school grounds and buildings are clean, safe, and secure
Waste disposal and replenishing cleaning supplies
Carrying out health & safety checks
Setting up rooms and facilities for school activities or events
Monitoring heating, lighting, and alarm systems
Liaising with contractors and school staff when required
Responding promptly to site issues and maintenance requests
Candidate Requirements
Previous caretaker, cleaning, maintenance, or site assistant experience essential
Good practical maintenance skills
Understanding of cleaning standards and health & safety procedures
Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently
Good communication and organisational skills
Enhanced DBS Requirement
An Enhanced DBS certificate is mandatory for this role.
Candidates must either hold a valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to obtain one prior to starting employment.
What We Offer
£14.12 per hour
Ongoing, stable employment
Monday to Friday working schedule
Supportive school environment
Immediate start available
Opportunity to work within the education sectorIf you are interested in this position and meet the requirements, please apply with your CV today.
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