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Caretaker

Worthinghead Primary School, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD12 9EL

21 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  4 January 2027

• Closing date

  13 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  23 October 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Catering, cleaning and site management
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: 37 hours per week, all year round Split shifts (Mon–Fri: 7:00am–10:25am & 2:00pm–6:00pm). Occasional evening/weekend lettings or emergency call outs are paid as additional overtime).
• Contract type: Permanent
• Hourly rate: £13.92 per hour - £26,847 per annum

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you handy, proactive, and passionate about keeping physical spaces safe and in top shape? Following the upcoming retirement of our long-standing caretaker, Worthinghead Primary School is looking for a dependable School Caretaker to care for our school building, grounds, and facilities.

At Worthinghead, our motto is "Be Kind, Work Hard and Grow". We take immense pride in our vibrant learning spaces - from our bright classrooms to our outdoor grounds and Green Wood Forest area. We are seeking an exceptional professional who shares this pride and upholds uncompromisingly high standards for the safety, security, and maintenance of our premises.

What we are looking for:

The successful candidate will be someone who:

• Has proven practical experience as a caretaker, handyperson, or site manager - ideally within an educational or community environment.
• Possesses a strong knowledge of general building repairs and maintenance, including basic plumbing, decorating, and outdoor grounds upkeep.
• Is a proactive problem solver who can prioritise conflicting tasks, work independently under their own initiative, and approach daily site duties with a flexible, "can-do" attitude.
• Is an excellent communicator and team player who can build positive, respectful relationships with staff, children, parents, visitors, and contractors.

What the school offers its staff

What we can offer:

• A friendly, welcoming school within a supportive Leadership Team, Governing Body and school community.
• A role where no two days are the same!
• A Local Government Pension Scheme, generous annual leave and ongoing training opportunities.
• A supportive partnership with the Headteacher and Governing Body and staff team.

Tours of school:

Because finding the right school environment is just as important for you as it is for us, visiting Worthinghead prior to application is considered an essential first step. Please contact us by emailing jobs@worthingheadprimary.com to arrange a date and time to visit.

Key recruitment dates:

Closing date: Friday 13th November

Shortlisting: Monday 16th November

Interviews: Monday 23rd November

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Worthinghead Primary School prides itself on being an equal opportunities employer and abides by Safer Recruitment Practices. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An online search will be carried out at shortlisting. All other Pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS check, will be completed during the recruitment process.

Applying for the job

Please complete the online application.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Worthinghead Primary School Vision and Prospectus (Spreads).pdf - 3.98 MB (opens in new tab)

Caretaker Job Pack.pdf - 908 KB (opens in new tab)

About Worthinghead Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 5 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 203 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 5 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Worthinghead Primary School website
• Email address: jobs@worthingheadprimary.com
• Phone number: 01274 414904
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/worthinghead-primary-school

One form entry Primary school on the outskirts of Bradford.
Located in the south of the city near to the M62, bordering Calderdale, Kirklees and Leeds.

Arranging a visit to Worthinghead Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email jobs@worthingheadprimary.com.

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