Job Description

Job Title: Full-Time School Caretaker
Location: Secondary School - L15, Liverpool
Salary: Dependant on experience
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Start Date: As soon as possible

About the Role:

Tradewind are recruiting on behalf of a secondary school in L15 for a reliable, proactive and hardworking Caretaker. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the school premises are safe, secure, well-maintained, and ready to support effective teaching and learning.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Opening and locking up the school site daily

  • General maintenance and repair of school buildings and grounds

  • Liaising with contractors and overseeing on-site works

  • Health & safety checks, including fire alarms, emergency lighting, and risk assessments

  • Ensuring heating, lighting, and alarm systems are in good working order

  • Setting up rooms for school events and exams

  • Maintaining cleanliness in key communal areas

  • Monitoring stock levels and ordering maintenance supplies when needed

The ideal candidate will:

  • Previous experience in a caretaker, site manager, or maintenance role (desirable)

  • Good understanding of health & safety practices

  • Practical DIY skills (painting, plumbing, basic repairs)

  • Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively

  • Reliable, punctual, and proactive attitude

  • Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one prior to starting)

What We Offer:

  • A supportive school environment

  • Competitive salary based on experience

  • Ongoing training and development opportunities

How to Apply:

To apply, please click 'apply now' or send your CV and a brief cover letter to tatum.read@twrecruitment as soon as possible.

For more information about the school or the role, please contact Tce on 0151 221 9666.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.