Caretaker


Company:	eTeach UK Limited
Salary:	GST Band C6 - £25,677 FTE (£13.68 per hour)
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Woking, GU24 8TB
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	8 Oct 2026
Closing date:	31 Oct 2026

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Summary

Valley End CofE Infant School is situated in a beautiful rural location on the edge of Chobham Common between Chobham and Windlesham. The school buildings are a blend of old and new, reflecting the heritage of the school.We are looking for a skilled, organised and enthusiastic person who will take pride in our school premises and making it an inviting learning environment for our pupils and staff. Reliability is essential, as is the ability to be adaptable and supportive of colleagues, and work as part of a team. Candidates must have the ability to carry out manual handling tasks.The role is for 18.75 hours per week (7.15am - 11 am) , all year, however there can be some flexibility in the timings for the right candidate. Salary: Actual £13,373Grade: GST C6 FTE £25,677Start Date: Starting 2nd November 2026Person specificationSelf-starter with the capability of working independently and as part of a small teamAttention to detail and ability to self-review workAbility to understand and follow processes and sense check information providedProactive and works on own initiativeStrong communication skillsReliability essential, e.g. in securing school.Must enjoy working as part of a team, be adaptable and supportive of colleagues.Physical ability to carry out manual handling tasks, i.e. lifting, climbing and moving of items.Duties and ResponsibilitiesSite MaintenanceContribute to maintaining the site, ensuring that it looks loved and in a good state of repair and maintain heating and lighting to all parts of the premises, in order to minimise risks to the health and safety of those using the school site and to ensure that the activities of the school take place in an environment suited to learning.Operate heating plant to maintain required temperatures. Carry out frost precaution procedures as necessary.Ensure adequate heating and lighting to all parts of the premises and, if either system fails, institute the recommended emergency procedures.Carry out regular checks and maintenance of drains and gullies to ensure free flowing and clean. Carry out leaf clearance from gutters where appropriate and roof valley of main building.Carry out regular water safety, fire alarm and lighting and play equipment checks.Undertake emergency and first line repairs within capability, and other repairs/procedures within capability and training e.g. electrical work, plumbing and heating, painting and decorating, carpentry and joinery and glazing.Ensure all paths and external areas are clean and safe.Top up supplies in the children’s and adults toilets on a daily basisLiaise with the SBM and Head Teacher in the preparation of long and short-term maintenance programmes and where appropriate decide which repairs require outside contractors.Direct contractors to the site, explain nature of the repairs, monitor their performance and inspect completed work. In addition, ensure that contractors are aware of relevant health and safety measures in force at the school.SecuritySecure all school buildings and set alarm systems when school is not in use to protect the building and its contents.Be a keyholder for the school site.Ensure the buildings are locked and unlocked at appropriate times, setting and turning off alarm systems.Regularly check the automatic security and fire alarm systems and liaise with SBM regarding servicing as recommended.Provide safe access to buildings and classrooms in the event of snow, minor floods and similar emergency situations.To be on call in case of an emergencyPlease see the attached job description for more information.All appointments are made subject to an enhanced DBS clearance (Disclosure and Barring Service), satisfactory references and qualification checks. All staff are required to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people and follow Trust policies and the staff code of conduct.Safeguarding StatementThe Good Shepherd Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Good Shepherd Trust ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

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