Lincoln Anglican Academy Trust are looking for a Caretaker to join them.
Location: Spalding Parish Church of England Day School, PE11 2QG
Salary: £20,418.65 - £21,412.70 per annum (Pro Rata)
Job Type: Part Time, Permanent
Working Hours: 30 hours per week, 11.30am – 6.00pm (with 30 minute unpaid break)
Closing Date: Friday 21st February 2025 (noon)
About Us:
The Lincoln Anglican Academy Trust is a multi-academy trust formed by the Diocese of Lincoln in 2013. We are a growing and thriving family of schools dedicated to providing an excellent education for pupils across Lincolnshire. We have grown to serve twenty-three academies across three local authorities of Lincolnshire, North Lincolnshire, and North-East Lincolnshire.
Spalding Parish Church of England Day School is a large three form Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School in Spalding south Lincolnshire with close links to the Parish Church of St Mary and St Nicolas.
Caretaker – The Role:
At the heart of every thriving school is a dedicated caretaker who ensures a safe, clean, and well-maintained environment for students and staff. We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team as caretakers, offering not just a job, but the chance to make a meaningful impact in schools and the wider community.
As a school caretaker, you will play a pivotal role in the day-to-day upkeep of the school, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for students, teachers, and visitors. This role is ideal
for individuals who are hands-on, enjoy variety in their work, and are looking for a meaningful way to contribute to their community.
Imagine walking into a school early in the morning, the halls quiet and still. As a caretaker, you'll begin your day with a variety of tasks: checking that everything is in order, addressing any maintenance issues, and making sure the school is ready for the day’s activities. Whether you're helping set up for a big school event or ensuring that the grounds are tidy, every task contributes to creating a safe, positive learning environment for students.
Caretaker – Responsibilities:
- Maintaining school grounds and buildings (cleaning, repairs, security)
- Ensuring health and safety standards are met
- Setting up and managing facilities for events and activities
- Being a trusted point of contact for staff and visitors regarding building-related concerns
- Maintain the security of the premises and its contents, including the operation of fire and burglar alarms
- Be a trustworthy key holder responsible for the opening and closing of the site
- Have responsibility for the cleanliness of the premises, taking corrective action when needed
- Carry out routine maintenance of buildings and décor i.e. minor decoration, repairs and those tasks which would not normally require the services of an outside contractor
Caretaker – You:
- 4 GCSE’S or equivalent in English and Maths
- Considerable DIY experience, minor maintenance level
- Working knowledge of Health and Safety relating to the post
- Knowledge of the requirements of site security
- Reliable & Responsible: Ensuring the school is safe and well-maintained is a key part of the role
- Flexible & Adaptable: The role involves a variety of tasks and sometimes requires responding to urgent issues
- Proactive & Hardworking: A great caretaker is someone who takes pride in their work, looks for ways to improve their surroundings, and enjoys being active
- Friendly & Approachable: School caretakers interact with students, teachers, and parents, so it’s important to be approachable and maintain positive relationships with all
Caretaker – Benefits:
- Competitive pay, pension schemes, and paid leave
- Typically predictable working hours and time off aligned with school holidays, caretakers enjoy a great work-life balance
- Opportunity to meet and collaborate with teachers, parents, and local organisations, all of whom value your contributions
- Health and wellbeing support
- Retail discount schemes
- Eye care vouchers
- Cycle to work schemes
Application Process:
The Trust promotes diversity and wants a workforce which reflect Christian Value. Applications are welcome from all, irrespective of gender, sexuality, race, religion, marital status, age, or disability.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will require the successful applicant to undertake an Enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.
To submit your application for this exciting Caretaker opportunity, please click ‘Apply’ now.
Closing Date: Friday 21st February 2025 (noon)
Interview Date: Week commencing 3rd March 2025
