Caretaker
Pontefract, £14.00 - £14.00 per hour PermanentPyramid8 is recruiting Caretakers to work across a variety of Primary, Secondary, schools in the Pontefract area. We are looking for individuals who take pride in maintaining safe, clean, and secure school environments. Whether you have school-based experience or transferable skills from similar roles, we want to hear from you!
This is initially a temporary role until December 2025 but could potentially go longer and has the potential to turn permanent. We ae looking for 2 hard working individuals one based in each school
Secondary School – working either 6-2, 11-7 or 8-4
Primary School – split shift 6-10 and then 3-6
Your Responsibilities Will Include:
- Opening and closing school buildings, ensuring site security
- Carrying out minor repairs and general maintenance (DIY, basic plumbing, etc.)
- Health & Safety checks, including fire alarms and emergency exits
- Maintaining cleanliness in communal areas (indoor and outdoor)
- Monitoring heating, lighting, and water systems
- Supporting site setups for school events and meetings
- Liaising with external contractors and reporting site issues
- Ensuring safeguarding standards are upheld on school premises
Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Previous caretaker or facilities experience (preferred)
- Basic maintenance/DIY skills
- A proactive and trustworthy attitude
- Good communication skills and flexibility
An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply through us)