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Caretaker - Preston Primary School

Job Posted: 23 days ago

Salary: £ 92.56 - 93.56 / Day
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Preston, Lancashire

Expire in: 5 days

Job Description

School Caretaker / Site Supervisor - Preston (PR4)

Location: Preston, Lancashire (PR4)
 Pay: Competitive Hourly Rate £14.24 - £16 per hour (Depending on experience)
 Shift Pattern: Split Shifts (07:30 - 09:30 & 14:00 - 18:00)
 Contract: Temporary (ASAP start - July 2026)
 Total Hours: 6 hours per day, Monday - Friday

Are you a reliable facilities professional seeking a local Caretaking role in Preston?

We are recruiting a dedicated Site Supervisor to support a welcoming PR4 primary school starting ASAP. As the primary "key holder," you will take pride in maintaining a safe, secure, and thriving environment for pupils and staff. This role is perfect for a proactive individual who enjoys a hands-on, varied working day within a community setting.

Key Responsibilities: Site Security & Maintenance

Your role is essential to the smooth running of the school day. Duties include:

Site Security: Opening the school promptly at 07:30 and conducting a comprehensive, secure lock-up each evening by 18:00
Health & Safety: Carrying out regular compliance checks, completing safety reports, and overseeing general grounds maintenance
Seasonal Care: Ensuring all paths and outdoor areas are safe and clear for staff and pupils, managing site safety in all weather conditions
Logistics & Supplies: Supervising deliveries, managing water fountain setups, and monitoring inventory for cleaning materials
Team Coordination: Working closely with the cleaning team and tackling minor repairs and maintenance tasks as they arise

Requirements & Skills

Experience: A solid background as a School Caretaker, Site Supervisor, or in general facilities management is essential
Reliability: Punctuality and high levels of responsibility as the designated key holder
Practical Ability: A "can-do" approach to minor repairs and a firm grasp of current Health & Safety (H&S) regulations
Communication: Professional and friendly manner when interacting with staff, pupils, and visitors
Compliance: An enhanced DBS check is required (support provided if not currently on the update service)

Why Join Tradewind?

As a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for four consecutive years, we put our people first:

Professional Development: Free access to over 2,500 CPD courses via the National College
Flexibility: Tailored working week with long-term and permanent options local to you
AWR Protection: Full Agency Worker Regulation protection from day one
Well-being: Dedicated consultants to support your career goals and work-life balance

How to Apply

Ready to start in Preston ASAP? For more information or an informal chat about this Site Supervisor role, please contact Abbie Moxham today:

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