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Caretaker
Job Posted: 9 days ago
Salary: £ 95 - 112 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Ellesmere Port, Cheshire
Expire in: 19 days
Job Description
School Caretaker
Start Date: September 2025
Location: Ellesmere Port - Secondary School, Ofsted Rated 'Good'
Contract: Full-time, Term-Time Plus Additional Weeks
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Duration: Initially for the academic year, with potential extension
Tradewind Recruitment are working on behalf of an Ofsted Rated 'Good' secondary school in Ellesmere Port. We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Caretaker to join the site team from September 2025. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining the school premises, ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors.
Key Responsibilities:
Carrying out general maintenance, repairs, and site improvements
Ensuring the security of the school site, including opening/locking up as required
Monitoring and maintaining health and safety standards across the school
Assisting with deliveries, setting up rooms, and supporting school events
Liaising with contractors and reporting any major repairs
Key Requirements:
Previous experience in a caretaking, site management, or maintenance role (school-based experience desirable but not essential)
Strong practical and DIY skills
Good understanding of health and safety procedures
A proactive, flexible, and reliable approach to work
We Offer:
A welcoming and supportive school community
A varied and rewarding role with real impact on the school environment
Competitive pay based on experience and responsibilities
A school rated "Good" by Ofsted, with a strong focus on pupil wellbeing and achievement
Why Work Through Tradewind?
Above-market pay rates, paid weekly via PAYE
Ellesmere Port and Cheshire's most recommended education agency, with over 700 5-star Google reviews
Exclusive access to CPD and training via our partnership with The National College
Support from a dedicated team of consultants with over 25 years' combined experience placing school staff across the region
Strong relationships with schools across Cheshire and Merseyside, giving you more options and flexibility
How to Apply:
To express interest or request further information, please click 'apply now' or send your CV and a brief cover letter to as soon as possible.
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