Caretaker
| Company: | Northern Star Academies Trust |
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| Salary: | £18,691 to £19,591 a year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | BD23 1QL |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 16 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 27 Sept 2026 |
Summary
We are looking for a reliable, proactive and enthusiastic Caretaker to join our Facilities Team. This is a varied and rewarding role, responsible for supporting the smooth running of the school site and ensuring it remains safe, secure, clean and well-maintained for pupils, staff and visitors. Working closely with colleagues across the school, you will contribute to creating a positive and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.
Hours of Work: 27 hours per week, All year around. 2:30pm - 8.00pm Monday, 2.00pm to 8.00pm Tuesday to Friday (with a 30 minutes break)
Duties will include (although this list is not exhaustive):
• Opening and securing the school site in accordance with school procedures.
• Carrying out routine inspections of the school buildings and grounds to ensure they are safe, secure and well-maintained.
• Undertaking minor repairs, maintenance tasks and general caretaking duties across the site.
• Identifying and reporting maintenance issues, defects and health and safety concerns.
• Supporting the cleanliness and presentation of the school buildings and external areas.
• Assisting with health and safety checks, including fire safety and security inspections.
• Setting up rooms, furniture and equipment for meetings, events, examinations and school activities.
• Monitoring contractors on site and ensuring compliance with school procedures.
• Assisting with the management of site security, including responding to alarms and emergencies where required.
• Ensuring pathways, entrances and outdoor areas are kept safe and accessible.
• Monitoring stock levels of site supplies and reporting replenishment requirements.
Working flexibly to support the operational needs of the school and undertaking other duties appropriate to the role.
We can offer a commitment to your professional development, the opportunity to work in partnership with colleagues from primary and secondary schools across the MAT, and the chance to be a part of something truly special.