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Caretaker
Job Posted: 5 days ago
Salary: £ 24,796 - 24,796 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Mansfield
Expire in: 23 days
Job Description
Link3 Recruitment is seeking a committed, proactive, and skilled Caretaker to join a highly reputable primary school in the Mansfield area. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong maintenance and site–management experience who takes pride in creating a safe, secure, and well–maintained learning environment.
Role Overview
The successful candidate will be responsible for the day–to–day management, safety, security, and maintenance of the school site. You will play a vital role in ensuring that pupils, staff, and visitors are provided with a clean, safe, and efficient school environment.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee the security and daily opening/closing of the school premises
Carry out routine building maintenance, repairs and inspections
Monitor and maintain heating, water and fire safety systems
Conduct daily health & safety checks and maintain accurate records
Ensure the school grounds are safe, tidy and well–presented
Manage or liaise with cleaning staff/contractors as required
Assist with room set–up, furniture movement, and general caretaking duties
Respond to emergency call–outs and support school events when required
Adhere to Health & Safety and safeguarding procedures at all times
Candidate Requirements
Essential
Practical maintenance skills and experience in a similar role
Ability to work independently and prioritise workload effectively
Strong communication, organisation and record–keeping skills
Basic IT competency for reporting and compliance tasks
Ability to undertake manual handling duties and work safely at height
Flexible, reliable and committed to high standards of site presentation
Desirable
Relevant trade or maintenance qualification
Experience working within a school or educational environment
What We Offer
A supportive and welcoming school environment
A long–term, stable opportunity with the chance to develop new skills
The opportunity to make a tangible difference to a school community
Position Details
Hours: 30 hours per week, all year round
Working Pattern: Split shift, Monday to Friday
5:45am – 8:45am
2:45pm – 5:45pm
Start Date: December 2025
Right to Work
All candidates must demonstrate a valid Right to Work in the UK as part of our safeguarding and compliance checks.
DBS
All applicants must hold an Enhanced DBS (Child Workforce) registered on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one prior to starting work.
Please note: The cost of a DBS will be covered by the applicant.
How to Apply
To apply for this role or for further information, please contact Link3 Recruitment. We look forward to supporting your application and welcoming you to a rewarding new role in education supportBefore You Apply
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