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School Caretaker
- Posted: 27-03-2026
- Category: Other School Roles
- Location: Sutton Coldfield
- Type: Full-time / Temporary
- Salary: £16 - £18 per hour
The Role:
As a Caretaker, you will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, safety, and security of the school site. This is a standalone role, where you will take ownership of the premises while liaising with the office team and wider site support where required.
Responsibilities:
• Opening and closing the school site, ensuring security at all times
• Carrying out general maintenance and basic repairs across the site
• Conducting regular health & safety checks including fire alarms and site inspections
• Supporting with COSHH compliance and risk assessments
• Maintaining accurate records and compliance logs
• Responding proactively to maintenance issues and site needs
• Ensuring the school environment is safe, clean, and fit for purpose
• Liaising with staff, contractors, and external visitors when required
Requirements:
• Previous experience in a caretaker or facilities role (school experience desirable)
• Strong understanding of health & safety procedures
• COSHH and risk assessment training desirable
• Ability to work independently and use initiative in a standalone role
• Organised, methodical, and proactive approach
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills and ability to build rapport with staff and students
• Experience maintaining compliance records and documentation
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to obtain one)
Why work with Smile Education?
Smile Education are an agency with a difference. We are education specialists, with a proven record of assisting both experienced support staff and education professionals. We provide ongoing support, CPD opportunities, and work with a wide network of schools across your local area.
We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS, and qualifications.
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We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.
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