Vacancy Details
Vacancy Summary
Part Time Caretaker 22.5 Hours AYR
Salary: Band 5, SCP 5-6 £13,829 - £14,048
To provide high-quality site support and maintenance services to ensure a safe, secure, and clean environment for students, staff, and visitors. The Caretaker will support the day-to-day operational needs of the school, including basic repairs, site security, cleaning, and the general upkeep of the premises and facilities.
Vacancy Information
Job role and responsibilities:
Ensure that cleaning (internal and external) at the academy is performed efficiently and to a high-quality standard, and your own designated cleaning duties are fulfilled.
Ensure the academy site is a clean and litter-free environment
Ensure the heating and other general services run smoothly and regular maintenance checks are completed.
Ensure adequate lighting in the academy is maintained and turned on and off daily in line with the school day and activities.
Support with the organisation of parents evening arrangements and other events.
Ensure the site is kept secure and respond to emergency call outs outside normal working hours in the absence of the Site Manager.
Carry out portering duties.
Ensure health and safety standards are maintained, and that academy procedures are adhered to.
Respond to fire alarms and carry out fire safety checks and alarm tests as directed by the Site Manager.
Distribution of stock (eg. cleaning products, bulbs, paint etc.).
Carry out routine administrative tasks required from time to time e.g. logging maintenance checks, fire alarm tests etc.
Operate relevant equipment safely.
Maintain and carry out minor repairs to fixtures, fittings and furniture.
Develop effective professional relationships with others.
To engage fully in the appraisal process and take opportunities to develop by engagement in CPD.
To consistently implement all academy policies.
To report any safeguarding concerns immediately to a Designated Safeguarding Lead.
To carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by the Headteacher.
Carry out ad hoc evening work.
Able to work a split shift if required and to cover for the Site Manager in case of absence.
To apply go to https://mynewterm.com/jobs/138087/EDV-2025-BVGA-27942
Closing Date: 9am, 19th November 2025