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School Caretaker

Job Posted: 4 days ago

Salary: £ 14 - 18 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Bristol

Expire in: 24 days

Job Description

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming and well-respected primary school based in Bristol. The school is committed to providing a safe, secure and inspiring environment where pupils can thrive academically and personally. With a strong leadership team and supportive staff culture, the school places great importance on maintaining high standards across its facilities and grounds.

The school is looking to appoint a reliable and proactive School Caretaker on a full-time, long-term basis, leading to a permanent position for the right candidate. The successful applicant will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, security and presentation of the school site, ensuring that all facilities are safe, functional and fit for purpose. This is a varied role that will involve carrying out basic repairs, liaising with contractors, conducting health and safety checks and supporting the wider school community.

The role will be paramount in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the school whilst helping to create a positive and professional environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

The successful School Caretaker will have:

Previous experience in a caretaker, site manager, facilities or maintenance role
Basic DIY and maintenance skills across a range of trades
Knowledge of health and safety procedures and site security
The ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively
Strong problem-solving and organisational skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
A flexible and proactive approach to supporting the needs of the school
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
In return, TeacherActive can offer you:

A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement
Competitive rates of pay
Access to CPD and professional development opportunities
A supportive and straightforward registration process
Opportunities within a range of Primary Schools across Bristol

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and will be required to complete full registration checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

To apply for this Caretaker role starting in September 2026, please get in touch today.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. 

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment

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