Caretaker

Inspire. Educate. Empower.

The Governors of St Anne’s Catholic Primary School wish to appoint a hard-working, honest, dependable and self-motivated Caretaker, who will provide a vital role in maintaining our school site, to ensure we provide a welcoming and safe environment for the whole school community.

The hours are 37 hours per week, all year round with 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 days after 5 years local government service plus bank holidays. Annual leave must be taken during the school holidays.

Main duties will include opening and securing buildings, cleaning, basic DIY and general day to day duties at the request of the Headteacher/ Business Manager within Health and Safety regulations.

Applicants must have the ability to prioritise their work and have good communication skills. Applicants must also have the ability to work on their own initiative and also in a team environment.

You will be expected to complete basic paperwork eg stock control forms, Health and Safety inspection sheets, work request forms.

Experience in a relevant trade is desirable. The successful candidate will be expected to undertake relevant training.

Working at St Annes Primary

Joining our school means becoming part of a vibrant, supportive community where every day brings new opportunities to inspire and be inspired. Here, you’re not just a teacher or staff member you’re a vital part of a team dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child.

St Anne’s is a school we are very proud of. Our school is a positive place that provides a safe and nurturing environment. Our children enjoy coming to school and are encouraged to become confident, independent young people, fully prepared for the next stage of life’s journey.

Our staff enjoy:

• A collaborative and friendly environment where ideas are valued and shared
• A culture that balances high expectations with genuine care and respect

At St Annes, we believe that happy, motivated staff create the best learning experience. That’s why we prioritize wellbeing, celebrate achievements, and foster a strong sense of belonging.

Come join us where your passion for education meets a community that truly cares.

St Annes is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Interviews: Monday 2nd March.

For more information regarding this role, please contact the school office stannesrc@sthelens.org.uk

Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment.

Full Job Description & Person Specification Documents are included with this advert.

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We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.