Caretaker
Fairmeadows Foundation Primary School, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE11 0SW10 days remaining to apply
Job start date
24 August 2026
Closing date
31 July 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
20 July 2026
Job details
Job role
- Catering, cleaning and site management
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: Full time, permanent position for 37 hours and 30 minutes per week. A split shift role involving opening the school at 6am and locking the school at 6pm. Hours are split so the first part of the working day is 6am-10am and the second is 14.00-18.00. Working week is Monday to Friday.
Contract type
- Fixed term - 1 YEAR
Full time equivalent salary
- £26,403 - £28,142 per annum, FTE
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you someone who enjoys solving problems, takes pride in maintaining high standards, and wants to be part of a school where your contribution is genuinely valued?
We're looking for a proactive and dependable Caretaker to join a thriving school. This is much more than a site maintenance role—it's an opportunity to become an integral part of a team that creates a safe, welcoming and inspiring environment where children can learn, grow and succeed.
Whether you're an experienced caretaker or looking to develop your career in site and facilities management, you'll have the opportunity to broaden your skills, take ownership of your work and grow within a supportive organisation
The Role
You'll play a key role in ensuring our school remains a safe, secure and well-maintained environment for pupils, staff and visitors.
Premises and Facilities
- Carry out planned and reactive maintenance, repairs and general DIY tasks
- Ensure the school buildings and grounds are safe, clean and well presented
- Coordinate contractors and oversee maintenance work on site
- Manage deliveries and maintain stock of essential site supplies
- Act as a key holder, including responding to alarm call-outs when required
- Support ongoing improvements to the school environment
Health and Safety
- Conduct routine site inspections and risk assessments
- Maintain accurate health and safety records
- Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and school policies
- Promote a culture of safety and wellbeing across the school
Who We're Looking For
We're seeking someone who is practical, reliable and enjoys taking ownership of their work.
Essential
- Experience in building maintenance, caretaking or a hands-on maintenance role
- Good knowledge of health and safety practices
- Strong DIY and practical problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work independently and prioritise workloads
- Full UK Driving Licence
You'll Also Be...
- Organised and proactive
- Trustworthy and dependable
- Friendly and approachable
- Proud of delivering high standards
- Committed to creating a positive environment for children and staff
Hours of work
- Split Shift: 6.00am – 10.00am and 2.30pm – 6.00pm (37.5 per week)
- 25 days holiday (only to be taken during school closures) per year plus bank holidays
Develop Your Career With Us
We're committed to helping our staff grow and succeed.
As part of our team, you'll have access to:
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Health & Safety and compliance qualifications
- Opportunities to develop specialist skills in facilities and site management
- A supportive leadership team that encourages continuous learning and progression
Why This Role Matters
The school environment has a direct impact on every child's experience. Your work will help create a safe, welcoming and inspiring place where pupils can thrive, teachers can focus on delivering outstanding education, and families feel proud to be part of the school community.
Every repair completed, every improvement made and every safety check carried out contributes to creating an environment where children can achieve their very best.
Provisional Interview Date:7 August 2026
Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.
What the school offers its staff
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Fairmeadows is fully committed to the Safeguarding of pupils staff and parents. We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of pupils and all staff are hired subject to satisfactory employment checks a DBS and references.
Applying for the job
Please complete the online application.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Apply for this jobAbout Fairmeadows Foundation Primary School
- Organisation type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 207 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- andrewr41@fairmeadows.derbyshire.sch.uk
A one form, friendly Primary School with an attached nursery and high standards. Our 240 pupils get the best of our dedicated and driven staff who are welcoming, professional and kind. We have a high level of disadvantaged pupils and pupils with SEND who are all treated with equity to ensure equality.
Our caring governing board prioritise staff wellbeing as do our highly compassionate SLT.
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