School Caretaker

St Peter's Catholic School

School Caretaker

£26886

St Peter's Catholic School, Guildford

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 24 Apr | Get your application in now before you're too late!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 84ef245462604c479b789356d46ea3fd

Full Job Description

This is a very varied, interesting role and plays an integral part of the school's support system. You will be representing the school when dealing with contractors, suppliers and lettings. If you are self-motivated, have a good sense of humour, enjoy working as part of a team and are looking for your next challenge, we would be pleased to hear from you.,

  • Knowledge of basic site maintenance and environmental matters


  • Experience of general building maintenance and repairs


  • Physical ability to carry out manual handling tasks, e.g. lifting climbing and moving items


  • A confident, organised, pro-active individual who is able to prioritise their time and workload, whilst having the flexibility to deal with unexpected interruptions and urgent requests.


  • A good communicator and a strong team player.


  • Reliable and live locally to the school as you will need to be on call in case of emergencies.


  • Able to remain calm whilst working under pressure and have a clear understanding of Health and Safety procedures.


  • Hold a clean driver's licence with a willingness to take any necessary tests to become a school minibus driver.

    St Peter's is an extremely successful school and Sixth Form in Guildford. We have an exciting opportunity to appoint a pro-active and reliable Assistant Site Manager to join our friendly support team.


  • St Peter's is an extremely successful secondary school and Sixth Form set in attractive grounds on the outskirts of Guildford. We are looking to expand our Site Team and would like to appoint an Assistant Site Manager to join our busy Premises Team. The Assistant Site Manager supports the Site Manager with all aspects of site maintenance, safety, security, portering, minibus maintenance and cleanliness of the school.

    The position is for 36 hours per week over 52 weeks a year with a minimum of 26 days holiday, plus bank holidays per year. Final working hours will be agreed with the successful candidate although some flexibility will be needed for opening/closing the site for evening and weekend events.

  • An extremely successful school and Sixth Form set in attractive grounds on the outskirts of Guildford.


  • Standards are high and academic progress excellent, with very good facilities and resources.


  • Community is a key aspect of our ethos; relationships between students and staff are excellent.


  • The school has a reputation for excellent pastoral care and inclusion.


  • Part of the Xavier Catholic Education Trust.


  • What we can offer you:

  • The opportunity to join a very friendly, supportive team.


  • A varied workload with the necessary training and development to work effectively.


  • A Local Government Pension Scheme.


  • All staff benefit from free access to Guildford Spectrum Sports Centre. Including the gym, group exercise classes, spa and pool.


  • An extensive range of benefits and discounts with 'Mylifestyle', our employee benefits hub.