School Caretaker

Basic Salary: £26,402

Contract: Full Time - 37.5 hours per week

Location: Andover, Hants

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 Andover could be the perfect place for you to grow your career and make a real difference in the lives of children and young people.

Located in Andover, our school accommodates up to 60 pupils aged 5 to 18 years with a range of complex needs. We believe in creating a positive and supportive environment where every child feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our holistic approach ensures that academic progress is complemented by emotional well-being and personal growth.

As part of the Polaris Community, you will join a network of schools across the UK, all rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. For over 30 years, we have been passionately improving the lives of young people.

As a School Caretaker, you will play a vital role in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment. Your responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining clean, safe, and secure school premises, including buildings and grounds.
• Performing cleaning, handy person activities, routine maintenance, and minor repairs.
• Supervising school cleaning staff.
• Promoting health and safety throughout the school.
• Carrying out porterage duties, such as moving furniture and equipment.
• Reporting any issues to the Head Teacher and maintaining the general premises.
• Arranging larger repairs and obtaining quotes from contractors.
• Conducting daily cleaning and ad-hoc duties, including litter picking.
• Ensuring the security of the school premises as the main key holder.
• Conducting regular checks of security systems and fire safety appliances.
• Advising the Head Teacher on matters related to school security and safety.
• Providing safe access to the school in cold weather conditions.

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• Previous property maintenance or caretaking experience, preferably in a school environment.
• Experience in building maintenance and security systems.
• A good understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Basic DIY skills and good interpersonal abilities.
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills.
• A willingness to work with SEMH children.
• A UK Driving License and your own transport.
• A readiness to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.

Joining our team comes with fantastic benefits, including:

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

If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to take on a rewarding role, we’d love to hear from you!