Caretaker (SEN School)

Posted 11 September 2025
Salary £24500 - £26000 per annum
LocationBirmingham
Job type Permanent
Discipline S.E.N.D
ReferenceJ7670_1757672362

Job description

Good afternoon,

I am contacting you as you recently applied for a role with us working with children in a school environment. I would love to speak to you about your application further please could you book in a call via the following link so we can discuss this further with you:

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Kind Regards,

Job Title: School Caretaker (2x Sites)
Location: Birmingham
Salary: From £26,208 per annum (DOE)
Contract: Full Time Permanent

About the Role
We're looking for an experienced and proactive Caretaker to support a wide-range of maintenance task around two school sites based in Birmingham. This role offers a unique opportunity to make an impact on service delivery for vulnerable children providing them with the opportunity learn in a well-maintained safe environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Undertake and record regular checks on fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, playground equipment, legionella risks etc.
  • Undertake range of maintenance duties as directed by the Head Teacher, that contribute to the maintenance of the school premises (e.g. carpentry, plumbing and decorating
  • Create and manage a rolling decoration program to be planned and completed during school holiday periods
  • Manage contractors on site when carrying out repairs and maintenance, monitor the safety of their working practices/quality of work
  • General grounds maintenance including grass cutting and hedge trimming where necessary
  • Always ensure safe pedestrian access, including keeping paths and entrances clear of leaves and moss, as well as gritting and snow clearing during severe weather.
  • To carryout any other reasonable activities as requested by the Head Teacher or the Estates Team

What We're Looking For

  • Experienced multi-skilled maintenance operative
  • Previous experience in a similar role
  • Able to work effectively without direct supervision
  • Organised, pragmatic, and solutions-focused

For this role you will be subject to a DBS check due to the nature of the role and environment.