School Caretaker
Posted on Jun 30, 2026 by CV-Library
Marsh, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Other
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
School Caretaker
Basic Salary: £26,402
Contract: Full Time
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Location: Batley and Huddersfield
Benefits
30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service
Bank Holidays
Company Pension
Life Assurance
Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan
We are looking to recruit an experienced Caretaker to look after two small to medium-sized schools. Are you ready to join a supportive and nurturing community that works together to achieve the very best outcomes for its pupils? If so, our schools in Batley and Huddersfield could be the perfect place for you to develop your career and make a real difference to the lives of children and young people.
About the Schools
Our main goal in education is to help young people to reach their full potential. At Polaris, we recognise the importance of specialist education and support for young people who need a tailored approach to learning.
With significant investment and an abundance of new resources, the successful applicant will have the opportunity to shape and mould the schools to create a supportive environment that promotes self-discipline and engagement, and inspires learning. Our mission is to provide each pupil with a diverse and appropriate education that encourages aspiration and achievement.
We are part of the Polaris Community and have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years. Within the Polaris Community, we have several SEN schools across the UK that work together to provide each pupil with a tailored, diverse and appropriate education in a safe, supportive environment that promotes engagement, inspires learning and encourages achievement. We are also incredibly proud that 100% of our inspected services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.
Role Responsibilities
Provide caretaker services to two small to medium-sized school sites. A summary of tasks includes:
Maintaining clean, safe and secure school premises, including buildings and grounds
Carrying out cleaning, maintenance tasks, routine maintenance, refurbishment and minor repairs
Some supervision of school cleaning staff
Promoting health and safety around the schools
Carrying out porterage duties, such as moving furniture and equipment around the school
Maintaining the general school premises, furniture and fittings, and reporting any issues to the Headteacher
Carrying out small repairs and DIY projects
Arranging larger repairs and obtaining quotes from contractors
Carrying out daily cleaning and ad-hoc duties, such as litter picking and arranging the disposal of waste
Carrying out emergency cleaning duties, such as gritting and cleaning up spillages
Arranging an annual deep clean of classrooms, staffrooms, kitchen, dining areas, food tech areas and other frequently used spaces on school premises
Taking responsibility for the maintenance of cleaning tools and products, including arranging replacements and ensuring good stock levels
Locking and unlocking the premises as required, including out of school hours when necessary
Checking at the end of the school day that all windows, doors and gates are locked, lights are switched off, and gas and electrical appliances are turned off
Click apply now to view the full list of responsibilities on our careers portal
Requirements
Previous caretaking experience within a school environment
Previous experience of building maintenance
Previous experience of security, including alarm systems
Good knowledge and understanding of health and safety regulations
Basic DIY skills
Good interpersonal skills to protect the school's interests in dealing with contractors and other visitors to the site
Good literacy and numeracy skills
Ability to work in an environment with SEMH children
Full driving licence and access to own car
Willingness to travel between both sites
The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Polaris. Polaris is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care, Keywords:Caregiver, Location:Huddersfield, ENG-HD2 2AL
Basic Salary: £26,402
Contract: Full Time
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Location: Batley and Huddersfield
Benefits
30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service
Bank Holidays
Company Pension
Life Assurance
Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan
We are looking to recruit an experienced Caretaker to look after two small to medium-sized schools. Are you ready to join a supportive and nurturing community that works together to achieve the very best outcomes for its pupils? If so, our schools in Batley and Huddersfield could be the perfect place for you to develop your career and make a real difference to the lives of children and young people.
About the Schools
Our main goal in education is to help young people to reach their full potential. At Polaris, we recognise the importance of specialist education and support for young people who need a tailored approach to learning.
With significant investment and an abundance of new resources, the successful applicant will have the opportunity to shape and mould the schools to create a supportive environment that promotes self-discipline and engagement, and inspires learning. Our mission is to provide each pupil with a diverse and appropriate education that encourages aspiration and achievement.
We are part of the Polaris Community and have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years. Within the Polaris Community, we have several SEN schools across the UK that work together to provide each pupil with a tailored, diverse and appropriate education in a safe, supportive environment that promotes engagement, inspires learning and encourages achievement. We are also incredibly proud that 100% of our inspected services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.
Role Responsibilities
Provide caretaker services to two small to medium-sized school sites. A summary of tasks includes:
Maintaining clean, safe and secure school premises, including buildings and grounds
Carrying out cleaning, maintenance tasks, routine maintenance, refurbishment and minor repairs
Some supervision of school cleaning staff
Promoting health and safety around the schools
Carrying out porterage duties, such as moving furniture and equipment around the school
Maintaining the general school premises, furniture and fittings, and reporting any issues to the Headteacher
Carrying out small repairs and DIY projects
Arranging larger repairs and obtaining quotes from contractors
Carrying out daily cleaning and ad-hoc duties, such as litter picking and arranging the disposal of waste
Carrying out emergency cleaning duties, such as gritting and cleaning up spillages
Arranging an annual deep clean of classrooms, staffrooms, kitchen, dining areas, food tech areas and other frequently used spaces on school premises
Taking responsibility for the maintenance of cleaning tools and products, including arranging replacements and ensuring good stock levels
Locking and unlocking the premises as required, including out of school hours when necessary
Checking at the end of the school day that all windows, doors and gates are locked, lights are switched off, and gas and electrical appliances are turned off
Click apply now to view the full list of responsibilities on our careers portal
Requirements
Previous caretaking experience within a school environment
Previous experience of building maintenance
Previous experience of security, including alarm systems
Good knowledge and understanding of health and safety regulations
Basic DIY skills
Good interpersonal skills to protect the school's interests in dealing with contractors and other visitors to the site
Good literacy and numeracy skills
Ability to work in an environment with SEMH children
Full driving licence and access to own car
Willingness to travel between both sites
The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Polaris. Polaris is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care, Keywords:Caregiver, Location:Huddersfield, ENG-HD2 2AL
Reference: 225306985
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School Caretaker
Posted on Jun 30, 2026 by CV-Library
Marsh, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Other
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
School Caretaker
Basic Salary: £26,402
Contract: Full Time
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Location: Batley and Huddersfield
Benefits
30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service
Bank Holidays
Company Pension
Life Assurance
Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan
We are looking to recruit an experienced Caretaker to look after two small to medium-sized schools. Are you ready to join a supportive and nurturing community that works together to achieve the very best outcomes for its pupils? If so, our schools in Batley and Huddersfield could be the perfect place for you to develop your career and make a real difference to the lives of children and young people.
About the Schools
Our main goal in education is to help young people to reach their full potential. At Polaris, we recognise the importance of specialist education and support for young people who need a tailored approach to learning.
With significant investment and an abundance of new resources, the successful applicant will have the opportunity to shape and mould the schools to create a supportive environment that promotes self-discipline and engagement, and inspires learning. Our mission is to provide each pupil with a diverse and appropriate education that encourages aspiration and achievement.
We are part of the Polaris Community and have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years. Within the Polaris Community, we have several SEN schools across the UK that work together to provide each pupil with a tailored, diverse and appropriate education in a safe, supportive environment that promotes engagement, inspires learning and encourages achievement. We are also incredibly proud that 100% of our inspected services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.
Role Responsibilities
Provide caretaker services to two small to medium-sized school sites. A summary of tasks includes:
Maintaining clean, safe and secure school premises, including buildings and grounds
Carrying out cleaning, maintenance tasks, routine maintenance, refurbishment and minor repairs
Some supervision of school cleaning staff
Promoting health and safety around the schools
Carrying out porterage duties, such as moving furniture and equipment around the school
Maintaining the general school premises, furniture and fittings, and reporting any issues to the Headteacher
Carrying out small repairs and DIY projects
Arranging larger repairs and obtaining quotes from contractors
Carrying out daily cleaning and ad-hoc duties, such as litter picking and arranging the disposal of waste
Carrying out emergency cleaning duties, such as gritting and cleaning up spillages
Arranging an annual deep clean of classrooms, staffrooms, kitchen, dining areas, food tech areas and other frequently used spaces on school premises
Taking responsibility for the maintenance of cleaning tools and products, including arranging replacements and ensuring good stock levels
Locking and unlocking the premises as required, including out of school hours when necessary
Checking at the end of the school day that all windows, doors and gates are locked, lights are switched off, and gas and electrical appliances are turned off
Click apply now to view the full list of responsibilities on our careers portal
Requirements
Previous caretaking experience within a school environment
Previous experience of building maintenance
Previous experience of security, including alarm systems
Good knowledge and understanding of health and safety regulations
Basic DIY skills
Good interpersonal skills to protect the school's interests in dealing with contractors and other visitors to the site
Good literacy and numeracy skills
Ability to work in an environment with SEMH children
Full driving licence and access to own car
Willingness to travel between both sites
The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Polaris. Polaris is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care, Keywords:Caregiver, Location:Huddersfield, ENG-HD2 2AL
Basic Salary: £26,402
Contract: Full Time
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Location: Batley and Huddersfield
Benefits
30 days' annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service
Bank Holidays
Company Pension
Life Assurance
Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan
We are looking to recruit an experienced Caretaker to look after two small to medium-sized schools. Are you ready to join a supportive and nurturing community that works together to achieve the very best outcomes for its pupils? If so, our schools in Batley and Huddersfield could be the perfect place for you to develop your career and make a real difference to the lives of children and young people.
About the Schools
Our main goal in education is to help young people to reach their full potential. At Polaris, we recognise the importance of specialist education and support for young people who need a tailored approach to learning.
With significant investment and an abundance of new resources, the successful applicant will have the opportunity to shape and mould the schools to create a supportive environment that promotes self-discipline and engagement, and inspires learning. Our mission is to provide each pupil with a diverse and appropriate education that encourages aspiration and achievement.
We are part of the Polaris Community and have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years. Within the Polaris Community, we have several SEN schools across the UK that work together to provide each pupil with a tailored, diverse and appropriate education in a safe, supportive environment that promotes engagement, inspires learning and encourages achievement. We are also incredibly proud that 100% of our inspected services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.
Role Responsibilities
Provide caretaker services to two small to medium-sized school sites. A summary of tasks includes:
Maintaining clean, safe and secure school premises, including buildings and grounds
Carrying out cleaning, maintenance tasks, routine maintenance, refurbishment and minor repairs
Some supervision of school cleaning staff
Promoting health and safety around the schools
Carrying out porterage duties, such as moving furniture and equipment around the school
Maintaining the general school premises, furniture and fittings, and reporting any issues to the Headteacher
Carrying out small repairs and DIY projects
Arranging larger repairs and obtaining quotes from contractors
Carrying out daily cleaning and ad-hoc duties, such as litter picking and arranging the disposal of waste
Carrying out emergency cleaning duties, such as gritting and cleaning up spillages
Arranging an annual deep clean of classrooms, staffrooms, kitchen, dining areas, food tech areas and other frequently used spaces on school premises
Taking responsibility for the maintenance of cleaning tools and products, including arranging replacements and ensuring good stock levels
Locking and unlocking the premises as required, including out of school hours when necessary
Checking at the end of the school day that all windows, doors and gates are locked, lights are switched off, and gas and electrical appliances are turned off
Click apply now to view the full list of responsibilities on our careers portal
Requirements
Previous caretaking experience within a school environment
Previous experience of building maintenance
Previous experience of security, including alarm systems
Good knowledge and understanding of health and safety regulations
Basic DIY skills
Good interpersonal skills to protect the school's interests in dealing with contractors and other visitors to the site
Good literacy and numeracy skills
Ability to work in an environment with SEMH children
Full driving licence and access to own car
Willingness to travel between both sites
The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Polaris. Polaris is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care, Keywords:Caregiver, Location:Huddersfield, ENG-HD2 2AL
Reference: 225306985
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