Required as soon as possible.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Trust at Ashburton Primary School.  We are looking to appoint a motivated and experienced Caretaker starting as soon as possible. 

As our Caretaker you will play a key role in the running of our school. Be it providing security for the site, site maintenance, cleaning or other directed tasks you will be a valuable member of our team. This is a varied role, which will cover site security, maintenance and upkeep of facilities, waste management, compliance, as well as additional duties as directed by the Headteacher, all while adhering to good health and safety practices.  You will work with the wider Trust maintenance team to ensure the school remains in excellent condition and safe both for the pupils as a learning environment and for our staff to work in.

An aptitude and enjoyment of practical work is at the core of this position.  IT literacy is also required for compliance and record keeping.

Westcountry Schools Trust is a multi-academy trust of 31 schools, currently employing approximately 2,800 staff and growing. We are a dynamic organisation with our students and staff at our heart. Our values inform our work and we hope you agree these are key to success: Collaboration, Aspiration, Integrity, Compassion.

Information about our key policies is available at: https://www.westst.org.uk/our-policies (this includes our DBS Policy, Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy, and Recruitment and Selection Policy). 

If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Annette Layland on 01364 652343 .  If you believe you can demonstrate the dedication, skills and passion required, we look forward to receiving your application. 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo Child Protection screening, including checks with past employers and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS check). References will be taken up before appointment.