We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, flexible and conscientious Caretaker to fulfil this key role within our school. The successful candidate will be able to provide specialist support in ensuring a safe and purposeful working environment for both students and staff alike.

37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year (Mon-Thu 07:30-12:00 and 15:00-18:00 / Fri 07:30-11.30 and 15:00-18:00 preferred, however flexible times for the right candidate will be considered).

We are looking for a Caretaker who is the right fit for this school and who is: 

• Active and highly motivated, professional and able to work with the Senior Management team.

• Positive, forward thinking, solution-focused and willing to go the extra mile. 

• Reliable, self-motivated and able to prioritise tasks and work independently. 

• Able to demonstrate a proven work ethic and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Familiar with H&S regulations / codes of practice and willing to undertake relevant training. 

• Committed to providing a safe and attractive school environment for staff, pupils and visitors.

• A candidate with excellent practical DIY skills.

• A candidate with previous experience in caretaking, facilities or site management (preferred).

Duties will include: 

• Responsibility for the security and safety of the premises (buildings and grounds) and its contents. Undertaking daily security checks, including locking and unlocking of buildings at pre-planned times. Acting as a designated key-holder, proving emergency access to the premises. 

• Light maintenance of the buildings and site, undertaking general minor repairs and decorating.

• Moving furniture and equipment within the school. 

• Operating systems such as heating and lighting. 

• Contact with premises-related contractors and monitoring work in progress.

• Undertaking risk assessments and COSHH procedures.

• Organising testing for asbestos and other Health & Safety procedures

• Supporting the School Business Manager in supervising the team of cleaners and taking on ad hoc cleaning duties.

• Monitoring and ordering cleaning and maintenance supplies.

• Fire Warden responsibilities and regular testing of the fire alarm system. 

• Providing occasional out-of-hours cover as necessary (evenings/weekends) 

Visits are encouraged and we would love to show you around and tell you more about our wonderful school before you apply. Applications via MyNewTerm. Alternatively for more information you can contact our Office Manager Sian Rees on sbm@giffardpark.milton-keynes.sch.uk or 01908 617868

We hope you will join our wonderful team!

Closing date:  Wed 30th April 2025, 12.00pm | Interview date:  Wed 7th May 2025

Giffard Park Primary School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for regulated activity (if the candidate has lived in the UK) and/or criminal/police checks for all other countries inhabited (irrespective of whether they worked in those countries). Giffard Park Primary is an equal opportunities employer. Milton Keynes Council is committed to making sure that everyone living in Milton Keynes is safe and protected and that our specific statutory responsibilities to safeguard children and vulnerable adults are effectively met.