Caretaker


Company:	Northern Star Academies Trust
Salary:	£17,306 to £18,139 a year, pro rata
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Skipton, BD23 2SJ
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	16 Sept 2026
Closing date:	27 Sept 2026

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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: 25 hours per week, All year around. 7.00am - 12pm Monday to Friday

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.

If you have any questions, please email the recruitment team recruitment@nsat.org.uk

Safeguarding

Northern Star Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post requires an enhanced DBS check. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

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