Caretaker (Level 2) - Cwm Ifor Primary School

CARETAKER – CWM IFOR PRIMARY SCHOOL

PERMANENT

Required: As soon as possible

GRADE 4, LEVEL 2

32.5 hours per week*

The daily hours will be split into two shifts (morning and afternoon)

7:30am - 11:00am Monday to Friday

3:00pm - 6:00pm Monday to Friday

(Total 32.5 hours per week)

* Occasionally, the needs of the school will change (e.g. Open Evenings, PTA events, evening concerts etc.) so some flexibility will be needed to amend the above hours as necessary. Please also note that the Caretaker will be required to attend out of hours call outs (rare occasions, but, for example, should an alarm go off).

The Governors of Cwm Ifor Primary School wish to appoint a new caretaker who will maintain high standards and health & safety of the building and school environment.

We are looking for a proactive Caretaker who is able to work practically on a day-to-day basis, someone who can particularly turn their hand to all things practical - building, painting & decorating and supporting the overall DIY/ fixing aspects of running a school.

We are looking for a person who:

Has experience of building maintenance.

Understands fire safety and has a general knowledge of health and safety.

Has a committed, flexible and reliable attitude.

Has an ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively.

Has high expectations of personal and others’ safety, especially of pupils.

Has excellent DIY skills, ready to undertake general repairs and maintenance with confidence.

Is willing to go ‘the extra mile’ for staff and pupils.

Is a committed and efficient worker who will be able to be flexible, use their own initiative and be proactive in solving problems.

Has the ability to contribute to the security, safety and day-to-day running of the school premises and site.

Is prepared to undertake any relevant training.

We especially want someone who will really care about our school, helping to make it look its best and enjoy being part of a staff team who encourage the children to respect and be proud of their school environment.

We can offer:

an active, friendly school and pupils;

a dedicated Governing Body;

a commitment to professional development

a supportive staff and Senior Leadership Team

Applicants are welcome to contact the school on 02920 852509 if they would like to visit the school prior to applying for the position.

To view the Job Description and Person Specification please select the relevant attachment from the attachments list.

After reading the Job Description and Person Specification, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role please contact Mr Gareth Rees on 02920 852509 or email: CwmIforPrimary@sch.caerphilly.gov.uk

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

We are legally required to ask you to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Successful applicants are required to provide appropriate documentation such as a birth certificate, passport or work permit in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants. This will include an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

To receive an application form please contact/email the school on CwmIforPrimary@sch.caerphilly.gov.uk.

Completed application forms should be returned directly to the school or by email, CwmIforPrimary@sch.caerphilly.gov.uk by the closing date for the attention of the Headteacher, Mr Gareth Rees.

Closing Date: Friday 12th September 2025

Interviews: TBC

This post is advertised in English only as it has been categorised as one where Welsh language skills are not necessary.