Caretaker
King's Leadership Academy Bolton, Bolton, BL3 3HLThis job expired on 28 March 2025 – see similar jobs
Start date details
April 2025
Closing date
28 March 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
17 March 2025
Job details
Job role
- Catering, cleaning and site management
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £25,584.00 - £27,269.00 Annually (Actual)
Caretaker job summary
King’s Leadership Academy Bolton is part of the Great Schools Trust, a forward-thinking Multi-Academy Trust dedicated to transforming lives and driving social mobility. Based in the vibrant town of Bolton, known for its rich history, strong community spirit, and excellent transport links, our academy offers a world-class education in a state-of-the-art facility.
At the Great Schools Trust, we believe that every child, regardless of background, deserves the opportunity to succeed. Our commitment to high expectations, leadership development, and character education ensures that students leave our schools prepared for university, careers, and life. As a member of our team, you’ll be part of a trust that values professionalism, integrity, and teamwork, making a real impact on students' futures.
Why Join King’s Leadership Academy Bolton as a Caretaker? At King’s Leadership Academy Bolton, we believe that a well-maintained, safe, and inspiring environment is essential for student success. As our Caretaker, you will play a vital role in ensuring our state-of-the-art facilities remain in top condition, providing a welcoming space for students, staff, and visitors.What Makes This Role Special?
- Brand-New, State-of-the-Art Facilities – King’s Bolton has recently moved into a purpose-built, modern school. You’ll be working in high-quality surroundings, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently.
- A Supportive and Friendly Team – At King’s Bolton, you’re more than just a caretaker – you’re a valued member of a mission-driven team. You’ll work alongside staff who are passionate about education, all striving to create the best environment for our students.
- A Role with Real Impact – Your work will directly contribute to the safety, comfort, and success of our students. From general maintenance to security and site safety, you will ensure our academy meets the highest standards.
- Stability & Professional Growth – This is a permanent, year-round role, offering job security and opportunities for training and development as part of the Great Schools Trust.
- Easily Accessible Location – Conveniently located close to Bolton town centre, with great transport links via the M6 and M62, making your commute easier.
What You’ll Do:
- Maintain the school buildings and grounds to ensure a safe, secure, and clean learning environment.
- Carry out repairs, DIY tasks, and routine maintenance across the site.
- Oversee security, including locking/unlocking, keyholding, and alarm monitoring.
- Supervise cleaning staff and support cleaning duties when necessary.
- Manage deliveries, porterage, and stock control of cleaning and maintenance materials.
- Ensure health & safety compliance, including risk assessments, fire safety, and COSHH regulations.
- Respond to emergencies such as spillages, minor repairs, or adverse weather conditions.
Hours of Work are 6 am - 2 pm or 10 am - 6 pm rotated term by term between you and our Site Manager.
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification - apply via MyNewTerm. For any additional information, please contact Jemma Harvey - j.harvey@kingsbolton.com
The school is committed to safeguarding and child welfare, appointments will be subject to Enhanced DBS.
Commitment to safeguarding
King’s Leadership Academy Bolton is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff o share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including an enhanced DBS check.
To find out more about working for the Great Schools Trust and King’s Leadership Academy Bolton check out our Twitter or website and please get in touch if you would like a visit or chat with the Principal.
About King's Leadership Academy Bolton
- School type
- Free School, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 910 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- King's Leadership Academy Bolton website
Welcome to King’s Leadership Academy Bolton, a non-selective free independent school in the state sector that is providing a world class education for the young people of Great Lever.
King’s is founded on international research and traditional values with a huge focus on leadership and academic development.
Our vision is “To develop in each of our student the academic skills, intellectual habits, qualities of character and leadership traits necessary to succeed at all levels and become successful citizens in tomorrow’s world”.
At King’s we believe every child can succeed and that great teaching is the key to that success. This sentiment is reflected in our motto, ‘Credimus’, which translated from Latin literally means we believe.
We believe in appointing only the very best teachers and staff who are committed to serving the students and parents of this community. We believe in having the highest expectations of ourselves and our students as well as accepting no excuses for underperformance. We believe that our school exists to shape the life chances of all our students in order that they can attend the best Universities or places of employment in the years to come. We believe in fully supporting our students throughout their education.
King’s is unique, in that we have developed a highly personalised approach to our provision and teaching. Our smaller class sizes and year groups afford us tremendous opportunities to truly nurture and develop the academic and creative talents in all our students.
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