Caretaker - Pentland Infant & Nursery School
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Occupation Type
Caretakers
Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled - Extending
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Description
Organisation
Schools
Directorate
Primary Schools
Service Area
Pentland I & N School
Hours
20
Number of Jobs
1
Location(s)
Pentland Road, Dewsbury WF12 9JR
Position type
Temporary
Length of contract
Fixed Term for 1 year (subject to probationary period)
Grade
Grade 7
Salary
£15,967 - £16,768
Advert Wording
Role to commence as soon as possible
We are looking to appoint a dedicated, proactive and enthusiastic Caretaker to join Pentland Infant and Nursery School. This key role involves ensuring the upkeep, cleanliness, security and overall health and safety of our school site. You will be responsible for opening and locking the site, daily cleaning, minor repairs and maintenance, carrying out health and safety and compliance checks, and keeping accurate records to ensure the school buildings and grounds operate efficiently for pupils, staff and visitors. We are a warm, nurturing and friendly setting where children are central to everything we do. We hope to find someone with a broad range of practical skills, including general DIY, building and grounds maintenance, cleaning and site security. Previous caretaking experience is desirable but not essential.
The successful applicant will work closely with the Headteacher and School Business Manager to make sure that pupils, staff, governors and visitors benefit from a safe, tidy and welcoming environment.
This position is for 20 hours per week, worked across split morning and afternoon shifts. Some flexibility will be required, and exact hours will be agreed at interview.
We are seeking someone who:
Schools
Directorate
Primary Schools
Service Area
Pentland I & N School
Hours
20
Number of Jobs
1
Location(s)
Pentland Road, Dewsbury WF12 9JR
Position type
Temporary
Length of contract
Fixed Term for 1 year (subject to probationary period)
Grade
Grade 7
Salary
£15,967 - £16,768
Advert Wording
Role to commence as soon as possible
We are looking to appoint a dedicated, proactive and enthusiastic Caretaker to join Pentland Infant and Nursery School. This key role involves ensuring the upkeep, cleanliness, security and overall health and safety of our school site. You will be responsible for opening and locking the site, daily cleaning, minor repairs and maintenance, carrying out health and safety and compliance checks, and keeping accurate records to ensure the school buildings and grounds operate efficiently for pupils, staff and visitors. We are a warm, nurturing and friendly setting where children are central to everything we do. We hope to find someone with a broad range of practical skills, including general DIY, building and grounds maintenance, cleaning and site security. Previous caretaking experience is desirable but not essential.
The successful applicant will work closely with the Headteacher and School Business Manager to make sure that pupils, staff, governors and visitors benefit from a safe, tidy and welcoming environment.
This position is for 20 hours per week, worked across split morning and afternoon shifts. Some flexibility will be required, and exact hours will be agreed at interview.
We are seeking someone who:
- Is hardworking, dependable and committed to taking pride in maintaining and improving our school environment.
- Has a good range of practical abilities and can complete minor repairs and maintenance tasks to a high standard, including basic plumbing, joinery and general building work.
- Understands health and safety procedures and requirements, including H.A.S.A.W and C.O.S.H.H, to keep the site, staff, pupils and visitors safe.
- Can support all aspects of school operations such as access and security, housekeeping, repairs and maintenance, building and contents care, and health and safety (see job description for further detail).
- Can organise their workload effectively and prioritise tasks when needed.
- Can work independently, use their initiative and be proactive in identifying and addressing site needs.
- Has experience supervising staff and can confidently oversee and check the work of external contractors.
- Can communicate positively and professionally with colleagues, parents, pupils and the wider community, contributing to the caring ethos of the school.
- Is flexible and able to respond to emergencies outside normal hours, and willing to support maintenance projects during school holidays, including occasional evening duties such as school events or parents’ evenings.
- A welcoming, family-centred and inclusive school community.
- A highly supportive and enthusiastic SLT and staff team.
- A school with high aspirations for all its children.
- A caring environment that always strives to offer the best for its pupils.
- A pleasant, well-resourced and inviting working environment.
- Good opportunities for professional development.
- Supportive parents and governors.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff are subject to an enhanced DBS check, online checks and past employer checks.
Completed forms should be emaileddirectly to the School Business Manager via by 9am on Tuesday 17th March 2026.
Please note that only correct and fully completed application forms will be considered. CVs will not be considered.
Provisional Interview date: week beginning23rd March 2026
This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level, please refer to the Job Description/Profile. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.
We encourage you to read our
Closing date
17 March 2026, 11:55 PM
Important Information
Provisional Interview date: week beginning23rd March 2026
This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level, please refer to the Job Description/Profile. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.
We encourage you to read our
Closing date
17 March 2026, 11:55 PM
Important Information