Caretaker
How to Apply - Only applications received on Bracknell Forest application forms will be considered.
Safeguarding Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) children.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. If you are successful in being shortlisted for this position, you will be required to complete a self-declaration formTo find out more about the application process for working with children, young people and adults at risk visit https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/policies-relating-job-applications/applications-work-those-risk
The Bracknell Forest Safeguarding Board (BFSB) oversees the safety and well-being of children in Bracknell Forest - https://bracknellforestsafeguarding.org.uk/
Equal Opportunities - We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to providing equality of opportunity to all. Our aim is to treat all employees and prospective employees with integrity, respect and consideration.
Disability - We are a Disability Symbol User and as such have made a commitment to guarantee an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria of the person specification.
We will make reasonable adjustments to help a person with a disability through the application & selection process and, if successful, to assist you in carrying out the duties of your job.
Pre–employment medical check - As a condition of the Offer of Employment, the successful applicant will be asked to complete an Occupational Health questionnaire form.
The purpose of the questionnaire is to assess whether you have any medical problems that may affect your ability to undertake the role. If necessary reasonable adjustments or modifications will be suggested to assist you in carrying out the duties of the job.
References - On your application form you will be asked to provide the names and addresses of two people who will provide a reference. At least one must be from your current employer, completed by a suitable person with appropriate authority. We take up references for all shortlisted candidates and wherever possible we like to apply for these prior to interview.
Employment - Any candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant criteria.
SCHOOL CARETAKER
Required from ASAP
BFC Grade BG-I scp 6-9 - £13.84 - £14.50 ph inc fringe
Hours 30 hours per week – 52 weeks per year with paid holiday
7.30-11.30am(with a 15 min break) and 1.30-3.45pm
There is also a possibility for an additional 5 hrs per week 12-1pm as a Lunchtime Support Assistant for the right candidate
Additional hours paid for call outs/lettings and events
The Headteachers and Governors are looking to appoint a highly committed, conscientious and self-motivated person who will ensure our school is a safe, clean and healthy environment for our pupils and staff to learn, work and thrive in and who is a responsible and pro-active person who takes pride in their work and has good DIY skills, with health and safety a priority at all times.
We are looking for someone who:
- Is hardworking with the initiative to work independently
- Has a keen eye for detail and high expectations
- Has skills in DIY and property maintenance
- Is flexible and adaptable
- Shares our passion for our school environment
- Has a commitment to safeguarding and confidentiality
- Has a sense of humour
- Is keen to actively contribute as a member of our team
- Is willing to attend training courses applicable to the role
- Ideally happy to train to drive our school minibus
- Is enthusiastic and flexible with previous experience desirable
- Is committed to the wellbeing and safeguarding of children
- Has the ability to manage their own workload
- Has good communication skills
- Is committed to providing a safe, clean and attractive environment
Key responsibilities include:
- Maintenance of the site, including the building and grounds and some cleaning
- Health & safety, including record keeping and policies i.e risk assessments
- Site security
- Ordering and maintaining cleaning and maintenance stock
- Responsibility for opening and closing the school sites outside of school hours for lettings and other school events which include a Saturday morning letting
- Liaising with contractors on site to complete projects effectively.
It is desirable but not essential that the successful applicant has previous experience of working in a school or similar environment
Main duties will include:
- Site and buildings maintenance and security-principle key holder
- Undertake minor repairs and cleaning
- All aspects of health and safety including heating, lighting and water
Visits to the school are strongly encouraged and welcomed. For further information please contact Karen Callard on 01344 862074 or sbm@warfieldprimary.co.uk
Closing date for applications:- Thursday 23rd April 2026
Interviews:- TBC
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure and satisfactory references and checks
Salary range
- £13.84 - £14.50 per hour