Caretaker (Part-Time)
Mount Pleasant Primary, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 3BY12 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
29 June 2026 at 9am
Date listed
17 June 2026
Job details
Job role
- Catering, cleaning and site management
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £10,706.00 - £11,410.00 Annually (Actual)
Caretaker (Part-Time) job summary
Are you looking for a rewarding and essential role in a supportive school environment? We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Caretaker to help us maintain a safe, and welcoming space for our students, staff, and visitors.
As Caretaker, you will support the day-to-day operation, maintenance and security of our school site, ensuring our facilities are safe, well maintained and fully operational throughout the year.
You will undertake a variety of practical duties including site security, maintenance, health and safety checks, porterage, grounds upkeep and supporting contractors working on site.
No two days are the same, making this an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, problem solving and taking pride in maintaining high standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the maintenance and upkeep of school buildings and grounds.
- Carry out routine inspections, health and safety checks and record keeping.
- Undertake first-line repairs and maintenance tasks.
- Open and secure the school site, acting as a keyholder and responding to emergencies when required.
- Support fire safety procedures and compliance requirements.
- Monitor plant, equipment and site services, and organising contractors to repair issues as appropriate.
- Assist with porterage, furniture moves and room set-ups.
- Maintain the cleanliness, safety and appearance of the site and grounds.
- Support contractor management and minor works projects.
- Respond to adverse weather conditions, including snow, ice and flooding.
- Promote a safe environment for students, staff and visitors at all times.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience working in a caretaking, facilities, maintenance or premises role.
- Has practical skills and experience carrying out basic repairs and maintenance tasks.
- Understands health and safety requirements within a working environment.
- Can work independently and manage competing priorities effectively.
- Is proactive, reliable and takes pride in maintaining high standards.
- Has good communication and organisational skills.
- Is confident using basic ICT systems and online platforms.
- Can work flexibly
The Severn Bridges Multi-Academy Trust and Governors of Mount Pleasant Primary School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. These posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check and will follow a safer recruitment policy. Should you be shortlisted, further information relating to criminal records, sanctions and disqualifications will be requested to be considered and discussed at interview.
To Apply
All applications should be made online through MYNEWTERM. Please refer to the vacancy page on the school website www.mountpleasant.shropshire.sch.uk and click onto the vacancy where you will be able to apply directly.
Closing Date : 29th June 2026
Interview Date: 7th July 2026
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Mount Pleasant Primary
- School type
- Academy, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 363 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Mount Pleasant Primary website
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