- School type
- Local authority maintained schools, Does not apply, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 553 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Southcote Primary School website
Casual Assistant Caretaker - The Kennet Federation
More than one location, Reading local authority20 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
28 June 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
8 June 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
Start date: ASAP – Will only be required during school term times.
The Kennet Federation (Southcote and Katesgrove Primary Schools) are seeking a reliable and practical Casual Assistant Caretaker to support the smooth and safe running of our school sites. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys hands on work and is flexible, dependable, and community minded.
As a Casual Assistant Caretaker, you will provide ad hoc cover to support the day to day maintenance, security, and cleanliness of the school premises.
Our friendly schools are looking to appoint a Casual Assistant Caretaker to join our hardworking and supportive team. We are seeking an efficient, multi-skilled individual who can work across all locations within The Kennet Federation.
The successful candidate will:
• Take pride in maintaining a high standard of the school environment
• Be hardworking, self-motivated and able to work effectively as part of a team
• Provide day-to-day facilities support, including general site maintenance
• Be able to carry out basic building maintenance tasks and minor repairs
• Have good communication skills, with a good level of spoken English
• Be willing to undertake statutory Health & Safety training relevant to the role
• Be flexible, with the ability to travel and work across three sites within the Federation
We are looking for someone who:
• Is practical, hands on, and able to work independently
• Has a flexible approach to working hours
• Is reliable, trustworthy, and takes pride in their work
• Has good communication skills and a positive attitude
What the school offers its staff
We are committed to finding the right candidate for our federation and are open to exploring apprenticeship opportunities for the right individual. We are also happy to consider applicants who are looking to develop their skills and grow within the role.
We are willing to explore working hours and patterns to suit the successful candidate, and this role may particularly appeal to someone seeking flexible or part-time work, including semi-retired applicants.
If you require any further information, please contact the school Southcote Primary - 0118 937 5533 or Katesgrove Primary – 0118 937 5490
Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. Application packs can be downloaded from the school websites Southcote Primary - www.southcoteprimary.co.uk or Katesgrove Primary - www.katesgroveprimaryschool.co.uk.
Applications will be considered upon receipt. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a suitable candidate be found.
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
- School type
- Local authority maintained schools, Does not apply, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 689 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Katesgrove Primary School website
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.
School locations
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