- Organisation type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 528 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
Casual Assistant Caretaker - The Kennet Federation
More than one location, Reading local authority40 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
31 August 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
22 July 2026
Job details
Job role
- Catering, cleaning and site management
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Casual
Hourly rate
- £13.45 Per hour
What skills and experience we're looking for
Looking for your first job?
Are you practical, reliable and keen to learn new skills? Do you enjoy hands-on work and like the idea of being part of a friendly school community?
Southcote Primary School, is looking for a Casual Assistant Caretaker to join our supportive site team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a school or college leaver who wants to gain valuable workplace experience, develop practical skills and make a real difference every day.
No previous caretaker experience is required – we'll provide training and support to help you succeed.
What will you do?
You will help keep our schools safe, welcoming and well-maintained by:
- Supporting the day-to-day running of our school sites
- Helping with basic maintenance, decorating and minor repairs
- Assisting with setting up rooms and spaces for school activities
- Carrying out simple health and safety checks
- Helping to keep the school grounds tidy and attractive
- Working alongside experienced staff who will support your development
What are we looking for?
We're looking for someone who:
- Enjoys practical, hands-on work
- Has a positive attitude and is eager to learn
- Is dependable, punctual and takes pride in doing a good job
- Can work well as part of a team
- Communicates confidently with adults and children
- Is willing to complete relevant training, including Health & Safety
What the school offers its staff
What's in it for you?
- Flexible working patterns
- Term-time working only
- Full training and ongoing support
- The chance to gain valuable workplace skills and experience
- Opportunities to develop within the role
- Potential apprenticeship and career development opportunities for the right candidate
- A friendly, welcoming team environment
Whether you're leaving school, finishing college, considering a practical career pathway, or simply looking to gain experience in a supportive workplace, we'd love to hear from you.
Visits to our schools are welcomed and encouraged.
For further information, please contact: Southcote Primary School – 0118 937 5533 or email admin@southcote.reading.sch.uk or visit: www.southcoteprimary.co.uk
Applications will be considered upon receipt and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is identified.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The appointment will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check, appropriate references and health clearance.
The Kennet Federation aspires to be an actively anti-racist organisation. We recognise our aspiration as ongoing, involving collective commitment and accountability. We welcome employees who are committed to and will actively contribute to our efforts to celebrate our cultural diversity and be resolute in advancing inclusion and equity. We encourage candidates who share our ambition to apply, and we welcome applications from those with protected characteristics
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
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
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About the schools
- Email address
- jason.owen@reading.gov.uk
School Details
Southcote Primary School
Katesgrove Primary School
- Organisation type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 674 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
Arranging a visit to Reading local authority
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email jason.owen@reading.gov.uk.
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