Caretaker

Basic Salary: £26,402

Contract: Full Time - 37.5 hours per week

Location: Burnley, Lancs

Are you ready to be part of a supportive and nurturing community that strives to achieve the best outcomes for its pupils? If so, our new school in Burnley is the perfect place for you to grow your career and make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people.

Located in Burnley, our school has a proposed capacity of up to 48 pupils, providing a safe and supportive environment for children aged 5 to 18 with a range of complex needs. We believe in fostering a positive atmosphere where every child feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our holistic approach ensures that academic progress goes hand-in-hand with emotional well-being and personal growth.

As part of the Polaris Community, we are proud to be associated with a growing portfolio of schools across the UK, all rated by Ofsted as Good or Outstanding. For over 30 years, the Polaris Community has been passionately dedicated to improving the lives of young people.

• Maintain clean, safe, and secure school premises, including buildings and grounds.
• Perform cleaning, handy person activities, routine maintenance, and minor repairs.
• Supervise school cleaning staff and promote health and safety around the school.
• Manage porterage duties, such as moving furniture and equipment.
• Report any issues regarding the premises to the Head Teacher.
• Carry out small repairs and DIY projects, and arrange larger repairs with contractors.
• Conduct daily cleaning and ad-hoc duties, including litter picking and waste disposal.
• Ensure the security of the school premises as the main key holder.
• Perform regular checks of CCTV, alarm systems, and fire safety appliances.
• Advise the Head Teacher on all matters related to school security and safety.
• Conduct health and safety checks and report any hazards.
• Provide safe access to the school during cold weather conditions.

• Previous property maintenance/caretaking experience in a school environment is preferred.
• Experience in building maintenance and security systems.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Basic DIY skills and good interpersonal skills.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Ability to work in an environment with SEMH children.
• Willingness to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.
• A valid UK Driving License and own transport.

In addition to a competitive salary, we provide:

• 30 days of Annual Leave (increasing to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holidays.
• Company Pension and Life Assurance.
• Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan.

The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, with costs covered by Polaris.

Polaris is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Join us in making a difference!