Trust Primary Caretaker

Are you practical, reliable, and passionate about making a difference in a school community? We are looking for a dedicated Caretaker to join our Trust, ideally working across both Stamford Bridge Primary and Melbourne Primary Schools. If you’d prefer to work in just one setting, please let us know in your application—we’re happy to consider this.

What you’ll do:

• Maintain our school buildings and grounds to a high standard, ensuring a safe, clean, and secure environment for pupils, staff, and visitors.
• Carry out minor repairs and maintenance (plumbing, carpentry, painting, etc.).
• Monitor and report any major defects or issues.
• Ensure all systems (water, heating, lighting, alarms) are operational and carry out routine checks.
• Open and close the school premises daily, monitor security, and respond to alarms.
• Conduct regular site inspections and risk assessments, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Support cleaning staff and undertake emergency cleaning when needed.
• Manage waste disposal and recycling.
• Maintain outdoor areas, including playgrounds and green spaces.
• Set up rooms for events, receive deliveries, and liaise with contractors.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in caretaking, maintenance, or facilities roles.
• Basic knowledge of building maintenance and repair.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy.

Desirable (but not essential):

• Experience in a school or educational setting.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., NVQ in Facilities Management, Health & Safety).
• First Aid qualification.
• IT skills for training and internal communications.

Why join us?

• Be part of a friendly, supportive team.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Make a real difference to the school environment and the lives of our pupils.

How to apply:

If you are committed to high standards, safeguarding, and equality, and want to help provide the best environment for our pupils, we’d love to hear from you. Please indicate in your application if you are interested in working at both schools or just one.

Please see related documents for a full job description.

Completed applications should be sent via email to by 5pm Sunday 2nd Novemebr 2025

The trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all members of staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for all posts.