Caretaker
Role Overview
We are looking for a Caretaker to support the smooth day-to-day operation of Florence Melly Community Primary School. You'll help ensure the buildings and grounds remain safe, secure, well maintained and ready for use.
Working as part of the site team, you'll undertake routine inspections, practical maintenance and compliance activities while supporting the needs of pupils, staff and visitors.
You'll be supporting a school through the delivery of a safe, compliant and well-maintained learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
Open, close and secure the school buildings and grounds as required
Carry out routine site inspections and maintain accurate compliance records
Undertake basic maintenance, repairs and general upkeep tasks
Identify and report defects, hazards and more significant maintenance requirements
Support room setups, deliveries, contractors and other daily site activities
Help maintain high standards of health, safety, security and presentation across the site
Full Job Posting
Location
- Florence Melly Community Primary School, Liverpool Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am–10:30am and 2:00pm–6:00pm Contracted hours: 37.5 hours per week
About the Role
We are looking for a Caretaker to support the smooth day-to-day operation of Florence Melly Community Primary School. You'll help ensure the buildings and grounds remain safe, secure, well maintained and ready for use.
Working as part of the site team, you'll undertake routine inspections, practical maintenance and compliance activities while supporting the needs of pupils, staff and visitors.
You'll be supporting a school through the delivery of a safe, compliant and well-maintained learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
Open, close and secure the school buildings and grounds as required
Carry out routine site inspections and maintain accurate compliance records
Undertake basic maintenance, repairs and general upkeep tasks
Identify and report defects, hazards and more significant maintenance requirements
Support room setups, deliveries, contractors and other daily site activities
Help maintain high standards of health, safety, security and presentation across the site
What We're Looking For
Previous caretaking, maintenance or facilities experience
Good practical maintenance and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently, organise tasks and manage competing priorities
Reliable and professional approach with good customer-service skills
Strong commitment to health, safety, security and compliance standards
Experience working within a school, public-sector, community or similar facilities environment would further support your application.
Why Join Us?
Join a dedicated team helping to maintain a safe, welcoming and well-maintained school environment. This is a varied and practical role with an opportunity to make a visible difference to the daily experience of pupils, staff and visitors.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- An additional paid day off to celebrate your birthday
- Pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Flexible benefits tailored to your lifestyle, including retail discounts, electric vehicle schemes, eye care and technology loans
- Access to wellbeing resources and a confidential 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee recognition awards and referral bonuses
- One paid volunteering day annually to support a cause that's important to you
- Company-issued technology, uniform and PPE where applicable
- Training and genuine opportunities for career progression across our Facilities Management and wider Group businesses
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Our Values
People First – It starts with health, safety and wellbeing
Better Together – A collaborative team
Trusted Partners – Dedicated to our clients' success
Taking Responsibility
- – Making a positive difference
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
We're committed to an inclusive and fair recruitment process. If you need any adjustments please let us know, in confidence, our team is here to support you.
Requirements
- Previous caretaking, maintenance or facilities experience
- Good practical maintenance and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently, organise tasks and manage competing priorities
- Reliable and professional approach with good customer-service skills
- Strong commitment to health, safety, security and compliance standards
About Dalkia Facilities
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An EDF-owned UK provider of engineering, facilities management, energy and specialist services to public- and private-sector clients.
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